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Noise notice: a building adjacent to the Library & Archives reading room is undergoing construction from October 2021- December 2023. Earplugs are available in the reading room.

Access Your Library & Archives Account

We welcome all researchers to the Hoover Institution Library & Archives reading room. To request materials, reserve time in the reading room, and place duplication requests researchers must first register and create an account with Aeon, the Library & Archives' request system.

The reading room is open at a limited capacity, please consult our website for detailed information regarding our reservation system and use policies.

Before You Visit

  • You must receive an email confirmation for your reservation from a Library & Archives staff member.
  • Bring a government-issued photo ID. During your first visit, a photo will be required to create your L&A reader card.
  • Consult our website for detailed information regarding our reservation system and use policies.
  • No jackets or coats with pockets are allowed in the reading room. Please bring a sweater without pockets in case you get cold.
  • Comply with all health and safety requirements and guidelines set forth by the CDC, Santa Clara County Public Health Department, and Stanford University, as listed in your reservation confirmation email.

Login

Register

With Aeon

Track

Track the status of requests and access detailed information about past requests

Request from SearchWorks

Request library material directly from SearchWorks, our online catalog

Request from OAC

Request archival material directly from collection finding aids on the Online Archive of California

Order Duplications

Submit duplication orders for Library & Archives material

Save Requests

Save requests for later to better plan your visit