The reference staff will provide instruction, as needed, in helping patrons search the computerized catalog and in identifying indexes, clippings files, and specific collections may be useful in their research. Staff members will retrieve requested materials from climate-controlled areas and provide photocopy services, as needed. F Patrons will be asked by the receptionist to register before entering the Reading Room and to place brief cases, handbags and coats in nearby lockers. R equests for research should include a phone number and a mailing address and enough information to well-define the research. If possible, please provide a list of resources that have been consulted.
Users can search by title, author, or subject in keyword or browse mode.
H istoric Pittsburgh is a partnership project involving the Historical Society and the University of Pittsburgh. This site is constantly updated with another 250 books scheduled to be added in 2001.