On behalf of the faculty and staff of Scholes Library, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all of our visitors. We hope that you can visit us in person, but virtual visitors are encouraged to explore our resources through these Web pages. We will be continually upgrading and expanding our Web resources, and we welcome you to contact us with comments or questions.

Named for a noted glass scientist and educator, the Samuel R. Scholes Library of Ceramics is a special library formally established in 1947 to support the curriculum and research programs of the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University. Scholes Library today serves as an international resource for information on the art, science, technology, and history of ceramics and glass, and its collections of print and nonprint material on photography, art history, contemporary art, electronic media, glass art, and sculpture are outstanding. Current holdings include 100,000 bound volumes, 60,000 government research reports, 160,000 slides, and a variety of other materials. The library faculty includes specialists in art and design, engineering and science, visual resources and information systems.

During the academic year the library is open 96 hours per week, with extended hours during final examination periods. The Reference Desk is staffed during most open hours and reference services are also available by telephone, fax, and e-mail. For more information, contact the Office of the Director at 607-871-2494.

Carla Johnson, Director