Wartburg College Archives: Visit the
Archives

Visitors are welcome. Please contact the Archives to schedule your visit.

Fred Ribich, Acting Archivist

Phone: (319) 352-8449

Email: fred.ribich@wartburg.edu

Archival materials are, by their nature, rare, often irreplaceable, and sometimes fragile. The following precautions have been instituted to ensure these objects are protected:

To Safeguard Collections, please do not:

• Bring food or drink into the Archives
• Use pens or ink
• Remove any records from the Reference Room
• Mark, annotate or rearrange original records in any way

Reading Room Etiquette:

• Store all backpacks, computer cases, handbags, coats and other personal belongings
• Be considerate of others using space and refrain from loud or unnecessary conversation
• Do not enter “Staff Only” areas

Careful Handling of Records:

• Please ensure your hands are clean and free from lotions
• Do not lean on, or trace from any records or use them as a support for writing
• If you need to flag a page, paper will be provided to use as a bookmark
• Please maintain the existing order of items in folders and document boxes. Documents must not be marked, rearranged, or removed from their covers
• Inform staff if you wish to request copies of items. You may use your own camera, or staff can photocopy or digitize items for you (fees may apply)

NOTE: It may not be possible at all times to provide appropriate machinery for reading, viewing or accessing non-print materials. We recommend you contact the Archives prior to your visit to ensure the materials you want to view are available.