NH State Library re-opens to the public; scheduled appointments encouraged
The New Hampshire State Library is once again
open to the public, with parameters in place to help reduce the spread of
COVID-19.
Throughout the pandemic, the State Library
has continued to offer library services that do not require face-to-face
interaction, including fielding reference questions, providing digital materials
and offering professional development support to public and school libraries
throughout the state.
Opening to the public will allow the library
to again provide on-site patron-driven services as well, including access to
genealogy resources, microfilm and other materials in its collection of more
than 600,000 items.
The State Library is currently open by
appointment Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 – 4 p.m.
Appointments will be scheduled on the half hour in 30- and 60-minute sessions.
In order to enact cleaning protocols, times will be strictly adhered to.
State libraries across the U.S. are
initiating limited duration appointments as a way of balancing access to
materials with patron and employee safety.
Patrons are strongly encouraged to schedule
appointments in advance by contacting the State Library through its “Ask a
Librarian” service, available at nh.gov/nhsl or by calling
603-271-2144. Walk-up appointments may also be accommodated but will depend on
availability.
The State Library continues to encourage
patrons needing assistance with reference questions to use the “Ask a
Librarian” service.
In keeping with Center for Disease Control
recommendations, anyone entering the State Library will be required to wear a
mask; patrons who do not have their own masks will be provided with one.
Social distancing recommendations of six feet
of space between patrons and the staff will also be in effect.
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