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Q: What is the Williams Rare Book Museum?

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The Williams Rare Book Museum, hosted within the KSU Department 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.

 

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The Museum opens to all visitors Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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

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For more information visit, call, or email:

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

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

Email: librarycirculation@kennesaw.edu

 

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Feb 24, 2026

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