Contact Information

See our Appraisal Policy. 

To make an appointment call: 614-292-5938
Please send reference questions via e-mail to: rarebooks@osu.edu

It is not recommended that you use this email address to schedule next day appointments. If you would like to send an email with pertinent bibliographic information for your requests, please telephone 614-292-5938 to ensure receipt of your email.  For your convenience, it is also recommended that you make appointments at least two business days in advance of your visit.  Appointments must be confirmed by Rare Books staff.    

Library Personnel:
Geoffrey D. Smith
Head, Rare Books and Manuscripts		 119A Thompson Library
688-4980		 smith.1@osu.edu
Eric J. Johnson
Associate Curator		 019 Thompson Library
688-8795		 johnson.4156@osu.edu
Rebecca K. Jewett
Assistant Curator		 119 Thompson Library
292-5938		 jewett.36@osu.edu
Lisa D. Iacobellis
Assistant Curator		 019 Thompson Library
688-4741		 iacobellis.2@osu.edu


Mailing address:

Thompson Memorial Library (room numbers next to names above)
1858 Neil Avenue Mall
Columbus, Ohio 43210

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