Special Collections Renovation
From Now to November 2025
Special Collections will be partially closed for renovation from Now to November(inclusive).
Users’ space will be limited and delays are expected for retrieval service within the Special Collection due to space limitations, storage constraints and other renovation activities.
The following services have been revised based on our manpower, locations of materials and fair use:
1. Two research desks (max. two researchers, max. two hours for each researcher due to fair use)
Scanner is not available; you may take photos for duplication and follow the Copyright Ordinance.
2. Microforms Reading Room (three rooms, two hours each).
- No internet access, only for viewing the Microforms.
- Please bring your own external hard drive or flash drive.
Available time slots for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday:
09:00 - 11:00; 11:00 - 13:00; 13:00 - 15:00; 15:00 - 17:00
Available time slots for Thursday:
13:00 - 15:00; 15:00 - 17:00; 17:00 - 19:00; 19:00 - 21:00
All research space and materials (up to five items) must be pre-booked via email at least five working days in advance.
Research hours:
Monday-Wednesday, Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday & public holidays: Closed
No show and cancellation policy:
- Cancellation should be done at least 24 hours prior to session start. Cancellations should be done through email.
- For no show or cancellation less than 24 hours prior to session users, without a valid excuse (medical emergency or other) will not be permitted to request Special Collections materials for TWO WEEKS.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Thank you for your cooperation during this time.
For further enquiries, please contact 3917 2207 or email libspeco@hku.hk
