Access NoteThe Avery Drawings and Archives Collection at Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library welcomes the use of its collections by researchers; a Columbia affiliation is not required. Patrons who do not currently hold a Columbia ID or a Columbia reader’s card will need to visit the Library Information Office in Butler Library and present a government-issued, photo ID to obtain a reader’s card. Before a reader’s card can be issued, you must schedule an appointment in the Department of Drawings & Archives. Hours vary; consult archives staff. To schedule an appointment, please send an email to avery-drawings@library.columbia.edu with the name of the collection(s) you would like to view. Please also include, when available, the box number(s) or drawing number(s) of the material you would like to see. If this information is not available, please indicate the name of the project(s) you are researching. Also include in the email your contact information (name, phone number, and email address), the preferred date and time for your appointment, and whether you will need an Reader's Card. D&A staff will confirm your appointment via email.