The James S. Copley Library

Located at 7776 Ivanhoe Ave., The Copley Library features a world-class collection of books and manuscripts of historical significance.

The library, funded by Copley Newspapers, was founded by James S. Copley in 1966. Its collections include works and research materials on the American Revolutionary War, the Southwest, John Charles Fremont, Jessie Benton Fremont, Robinson Jeffers, Benito Juarez, Abraham Lincoln and Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain), as well as presidential correspondence and limited-edition books.

The library maintains a small photographic reproductions department which will supply photographic and xerographic copies of most library materials, subject to approval. A price list is available. Readers are not allowed to make their own copies.

The library is open to the public with advance reservations. Handling of materials is limited to the library staff and scholars but the staff is available as a resource for use by historians, scholars and other qualified people.

Applications for reading privileges must be obtained prior to scheduling an appointment. All applicants will be asked to complete a brief form and to provide letters of recommendations from two people of recognized standing in the academic field who can testify to his or her qualifications as a scholar. Additional information on extensive reading and research privileges can be obtained by writing the library at P.O. Box, 1530, La Jolla, CA 92038.

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