Access Policies for the following Libraries:

Brown University

• Rockefeller and Sciences Libraries Head of Circulation 863-2165.  A Brown University Letter of Referral is required. These are available from librarians at Public and CRIARL libraries only.
• John Hay Library 863-3723 Picture ID required to use materials.
• John Carter Brown Library 863-2725 2 IDs required to use materials.

Bryant University

• Douglas and Judith Krupp Library Access Services Librarian 232-6125.  Any college students with current college ID from their schools. Access cards available for fee.

Butler Hospital

• Isaac Ray Medical Library Librarian 455-6249.  No access.

Community College of Rhode Island Libraries

• Lincoln Campus Reference Librarian 333-7054.  Open door policy. RI resident--over 18--with proof of residency may obtain a borrower's card.
• Newport Campus Librarian 851-1698.  Open door policy. RI resident--over 18--with proof of residency may obtain a borrower's card.
• Providence Campus Librarian 455-6085.  Open door policy. RI resident--over 18--with proof of residency may obtain a borrower's card.
• Warwick Campus Reference Librarian 825-2491.  Open door policy. RI resident--over 18--with proof of residency may obtain a borrower's card.

Eleanor Slater Hospital (state)

• Medical Library Librarian 464-3439. Call in advance.

Johnson & Wales University Library

• Providence, RI:  Open to holders of a HELIN member institution I.D. or CRIARL card. Limited service available to corporate and other special users by arrangement with the library director: (401) 598-1145
•      Downtown Campus: (401) 598-1098
•      Harborside Campus: (401) 598-1466
• Charlotte, NC:  Library access and borrowing privileges for Johnson & Wales I.D. card holders only.  Some exceptions may be made by appointment for those doing culinary arts-related research.  (980) 598-1611
• Denver, CO:  Open door policy.  Borrowing privileges for Johnson & Wales I.D. card holders only.  (303) 256-9345
• N. Miami, FL:  Open door policy.  Borrowing privileges for current Johnson & Wales I.D. card holders only.  (305) 892-7043

Kent Hospital

• Library, Administrative Director, Library Services 737-7010 x1309. Open door policy 8:30 - 4:30, Mon.- Fri. Limited services available to non-affiliated clientele.

Landmark Medical Center

• Lee Health Sciences Library, Librarian 769-4100 X2054. Referral by local librarian. Appointment necessary.

Memorial Hospital

• Health Sciences Library Library Coordinator 729-2212.  Referral by local librarian. Appointment necessary.

Miriam Hospital  A Lifespan Partner

• Health Sciences Library  793-2291  Library Director. Open door policy. Limited services available. Annual membership fee allows for extended services.

Newport Hospital  A Lifespan Partner

• Carnegie Abbey Health Sciences Library & Resource Center. Librarian 845-1311. Open door policy. Limited reference service.

Newport Naval Hospital

• Medical Library Librarian 841-4512. Open door policy.

Providence Athenaeum

• Director 421-6970.  Visitors must register. Some library areas are restricted to members. Special rates are available for students.

Providence College

• Phillips Memorial Library Access Services Librarian: 865-1622 or 865-1897. Open door policy.

Redwood Library & Athenaeum

• Director of Library Functions 847-0292.  Access to general collections, appointment required for Special Collections. Memberships encouraged.

Rhode Island College

• James P. Adams Library Head of Circulation 456-8126. Open door policy.

Rhode Island Hospital  A Lifespan Partner

• Peters Health Sciences Library  444-4671 Library Director.   Open door policy. Limited services available. Annual membership fee allows for extended services.

Rhode Island School of Design

• Readers' Services Librarian 454-6227.  Open door policy. Membership available for fee.

Rhode Island State House Library

• Librarian 277-2473. Open door policy.

Roger Williams Medical Center

• Health Sciences Librarian 456-2036.   Appointment necessary.

Roger Williams University Library

• Head of Circulation 254-3084, Head of Circulation for Architecture 254-3679.  Open door policy.

Roger Williams University Law Library

• Open to Roger Williams University faculty and students with legal research needs, faculty from CRIARL member institutions, members of the bench and bar, and law students from ABA-approved schools. Full access policy located at http://law.rwu.edu/sites/lawlibrary/guide/access.aspx. For special access, contact the Associate Dean for Library and Information Services at 402-254-4531.

St. Joseph Health Services

• Health Sciences Library, Director of Library Services 456-3036 (Fatima).  Referral by local librarian. Appointment necessary.

Salve Regina University Library

• Reference Department, 341-2289. Open door policy. AV, Special Collections, & databases selectively available to non-primary users.

South County Hospital Library

• Medical Staff Librarian (401) 788-1463.  Appointment Necessary. Monday-Friday, 8am- 12noon.

United States Naval War College Library

• Reference Librarian 841-6500,  Reading Services Librarian 841-2642.  Patron must have specific research needs for materials known to be owned. Special permission is needed to enter Naval Base. One must call in advance for instructions. Monday-Friday 8:30-4:00 only.

University of Rhode Island Libraries

• Kingston Reference Desk 874-2653. Open door policy. RI citizen w/proof of residency may get borrower's card.
• College of Continuing Education Library Director 277-5130. Open door policy. RI citizen w/proof of residency may get borrower's card.
• Pell Marine Sciences Library Library Director 874-6546. Open door policy. RI citizen w/proof of residency may get borrower's card.

Veteran's Administration Hospital

• Library Service Chief of Library Services 457-3001.  Open door policy. Limited reference service.

Wheaton College

• Wheaton College Madeleine Clark Wallace Library Circulation Coordinator 508-286-3708 or 508-286-8224. Open door policy.

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