The Reading Room at the David and Fela Shapell Family Collections, Conservation and Research Center located in Bowie, Maryland is open to researchers on a limited schedule. Original and microfilmed archival materials, rare books, and other special collections, along with digital resources, will be accessible in the Reading Room. Please see the Visit the Library and Archives page for details about preparing for a research visit.
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