The Harold Terry Clark Library's Rare Book Collection contains more than 1,000 volumes, acquired through generous donations and occasional purchases. The collection includes works by John James Audubon, John Gould, and Edward Curtis. The collection is stored in secure compacted storage in the Research & Collections wing of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History and is not available for public browsing. However, items from the collection may be brought to the library for display or research by special request.
Collection Highlights
The following are a selection of rare books that exemplify the Rare Book Collection’s scientific significance, historical scope, and aesthetic beauty.
