Research Library records, 1920s-1991
Part of collection: David Sarnoff Research Center records (2464-09)
Dates
- Creation: 1920s-1991
Historical Note
The David Sarnoff Research Center Library was planned as a place for RCA scientists and researchers to use for company research as well as independent investigations. In October of 1957 a more modern wing was added to the library in order to provide more space for research, collections, and advanced instruments that could further assist researchers. Although the library was primarily meant for those working for the company, the collections were also open to those outside of RCA through research visits and inter-library loan. In the late 1970s the library began offering on-line computerized literature searching.
Scope and Content
The Research Library records are composed of administrative material, including procedures, reports, and card indexes.
Arrangement
The Research Library records are arranged in two subseries:
A. Administrative files
B. Card indexes
Files are arranged alphabetically.
Extent
From the Collection: 990 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Additional Description
Access Restrictions
This collection contains material from the Manuscripts and Archives Department (M&A) and the Audiovisual Collections and Digital Initiatives Department (AVD). Box prefixes indicate which department holds an individual file or item.
Boxes M&A 127-846, M&A 1061-1064, and M&A 1283-1313 are stored offsite. Please contact the Manuscripts and Archives Department at least 48 hours in advance of research visit.
Arrangement
The Research Library records are arranged in two subseries:
A. Administrative files
B. Card indexes
Files are arranged alphabetically.
Separated Material
The pamphlet file maintained by the Research Library was separated to Published Collections and cataloged in the Hagley Library catalog searchable here.
Related Names
Creator
- From the Collection: Sarnoff Corporation (Organization)
- From the Collection: Radio Corporation of America. David Sarnoff Research Center, Princeton, N.J (Organization)
Repository Details
Repository Details
Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository
