New System Alert

Check out our new system! Please contact libraryreference@kennesaw.edu with any problems or errors.

Question

Q: What is the William Rare Book Museum?

Answer

The William Rare Book Museum, hosted within the KSU Dept. of Museums, Archives and Rare Books (MARB), is Georgia’s first rare book museum and the state’s third largest museum-grade rare book collection. It offers a new model for engaging with special collections through interactive, rotating exhibits, robust programming, and a focus on campus and community outreach. Founded in 1987 as a gallery, the Museum holds over 10,000 rare items that chart the history of the book in the English-speaking world.

Hours

The Museum opens to all visitors Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Researchers and tourists may also schedule an appointment through the Appointment Form or by calling 470-578-6289.

For more information


For more information visit, call, or email:

Kennesaw: Sturgis Library check out desk (Ground floor) 470-578-6202

Marietta: Johnson Library check out desk (Main floor) 470-578-7276

Email: librarycirculation@kennesaw.edu

 

Last Updated

Last Updated

Nov 07, 2025

Chat

Research Help

Research Help 

Librarian Online Chat: 24 hours/day, 7 days/week


Chat with a Librarian

Call Us
470-578-6202
 

Schedule a Research Consultation