Library Tutorials These modules will help you understand different parts of the research process, remind you of something you learned in a library session or class, and help you make sure you get your assignments right. From brainstorming search terms, to selecting sources, to polishing your bibliography, these modules help take the guesswork out of […]
Accessibility The Wallace Library is committed to providing access to all collections, services, and programs to all members of the Wheaton community. Library staff make all reasonable efforts to accommodate individuals with disabilities. For immediate questions and support, please visit the Information and Circulation Desk on the Main Level or call (508) 286-3700 or email […]
Floor Plans for Wallace Library Stacks Level Archives Level Periodicals Level Main Level First Mezzanine Second Mezzanine Stacks Level Select map to enlarge On this level Stacks – Call numbers A-M P-Z Folio and Quartos – Call numbers A-Z in Second Stacks Room Periodicals/Journals Music scores (non-circulating) Music Seminar Room – Music LPs, tapes, CDs […]
Archival Collections To search our archival holdings, visit our research database, ArchivesSpace. The archival collections contain a multitude of primary source materials relating to Wheaton College and its nearly 200 year long history. These include administrative records of Wheaton Female Seminary and Wheaton College, College publications, papers and manuscripts of the Wheaton family, alumnae classes […]
Use of the Collections Rules and Guidelines for Use of the Collections Archival and special collections are non-circulating. All manuscript materials and books must be read at tables in the Reading Room under the supervision of archives staff. All food, drink, coats, and bags must be left in a locker or in the archivist’s office. […]
Services Provided The Marion B. Gebbie Class of 1901 Archives and Special Collections is happy to offer the following services: Reading Room Service Researchers must schedule an appointment in order to use the reading room. Walk-in consultations may be accommodated on a case-by-case basis, dependent on the availability of archives staff. We are also happy […]
Mission We advance Wheaton’s transformative liberal arts education by providing essential resources, innovative services, and flexible spaces that anticipate and respond to our community’s needs. We center inclusion, belonging, equity, and accessibility in our work. We support the growth and education of the whole person in preparation for a lifetime of discovery and learning. Guiding […]
Library Policies Borrowing Who can borrow from the library? How can I access library materials? How can I find an item Wheaton doesn’t own? What do I do if the item I want to borrow is already checked out? Please see our Borrowing Policy Collection Development Our collection policy is used to develop our collections […]
Locations & Places Most spaces in Wallace Library are available to everyone at all times the library is open, though guest hours vary. Study rooms, tables, chairs, and study carrels are available for solo and group study around the library. Please see the Wallace Library floor plans for exact locations. Some spaces may have restrictions […]
