Although materials are non-circulating, the John G. Tower Library reading room provides an elegant and comfortable space to read and study the university's rare books and other collections.
Convenient outlets are available for laptop computers.
Researchers are asked to read and sign a policy of rules and regulations upon registering. Works in good condition may be photoduplicated for a fee. John G. Tower Library and Archives John Goodwin Tower a Southwestern alumnus, represented Texas in the United States Senate from 1961 through 1984. Before his retirement, he named Southwestern University as the official repository for his papers . The approximately 800 linear feet of materials primarily reflect his Senate activities and include records and documents, legislative files, correspondence, speeches, campaign items, photographs, memorabilia, books, and audiovisual tapes and film.