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Get a CSL Library Card - History Day Students

We have a page that explains how to get a library card, with links to apply for a card.

People under the age of 18 must have their legal guardian sign/fill out the form. We do not have resources specifically for students/children and therefore legal guardians must give consent for people under 18 years to access our resources.

If you come to the CT State Library to use archival or other restricted access material, you will need to get a Secured Collections Card. Instructions are on this page:

Get a Library Card
Instructions and application forms.

Can't get a CSL library card? Check with your teacher and/or school librarian - sometimes they have alternative solutions. We do have a Photo Duplication Unit that can scan copies (within copyright restrictions) for a fee. This takes time and requires you to plan ahead.

Reproduction and Publication of Connecticut State Library Collections - CSL Policies
Explains cost and options for Reproduction and Publication of Connecticut State Library Collections. Please contact the library for requests.
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CSL reserves the right to restrict the use or reproduction of rare, fragile, or intrinsically valuable materials, to limit the number of photographic prints/captures, and to limit the type of reproduction options available. For example, some items are limited to face-up copying only, and encapsulated items are not removed from their protective enclosures. Where an individual has donated papers, manuscripts, etc. with the understanding that they will not be reproduced, then the reproduction rights of the library or archives shall not be construed as justifying a violation of such an agreement.