Albert B. Alkek Library - TX State University @ San Marcos
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N 29° 53.326 W 097° 56.617
14R E 602002 N 3306928
The Albert B. Alkek Library located on the campus of Texas State University at San Marcos.
Waymark Code: WM16DE
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/30/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member JDandDD
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The Department of Special Collections, on the 7th floor, provides access to some the library's most unique resources:

The Southwestern Writers Collection preserves and exhibits the personal papers and memorabilia of the region’s leading writers, filmmakers, and musicians. Local history material, manuscripts, correspondence, rare books and photographs, movie props, art works, screenplays, artifacts . . . these and a wealth of other intriguing items are available to students and researchers on a non-circulating basis.

The Wittliff Gallery is a photo archive and creative center devoted to the photographic arts and culture of Mexico and the Southwestern United States, showcasing the works of distinguished photographers whose images will delight and inspire those exploring the visual heritage of the region. Important serial publications, books, videos, and ephemera are also collected and made available.
Classification of Library: Academic Library (Student, Alumni or Faculty)

Internet access available: Yes - Your Laptop: Free

Hours of Operation:
Please check the Alkek Library web page for hours as they vary during holidays and exams.


Library Website: [Web Link]

Approximate date of opening.: Not listed

Additional Internet Connection Options: Not listed

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