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research tools and collections: archives and special
collections: general information
Joseph Wood Evans Memorial Special Collections and Archives Center
General Information
Introduction
Most materials in the Joseph Wood Evans Memorial Special Collections
and Archives Center are open for use by the general public, Hanover
College faculty, students and alumnae. The Archives and Special
Collections collects, organizes, preserves and provides access to
collections related to all aspects of Hanover College, the governing
body and local parishes of the Presbyterian Church in southern Indiana,
the Civil War, and the general history of the surrounding region.
The books in Special Collections cover many topics including the
Civil War, Indiana history, and local genealogy. There are also
many historic bibles, theological texts, publications by Indiana
authors, and other works focusing on geography and evolutionary
science. In order to properly ensure the long-term accessibility
and preservation of these collections, they do not circulate, and
must be used by researchers in the designated Reading Room in accordance
with the regulations specified below.
Mission Statement and Collection Development Policy
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To collect, organize and preserve materials of enduring intellectual
value in all formats created by administrators, alumnae, benefactors,
donors, faculty, staff, and students of Hanover College.
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To acquire, through donation or purchase, first or early editions
of literary works, books written by Indiana authors, material
about Hanover College or books about people affiliated with
the College, local, regional and state history, religious texts,
world geography or the Civil War.
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To support research, teaching and the intellectual integrity
of Hanover College publications by making available and encouraging
the use of archival collections by the College community and
the general public.
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To promote knowledge and understanding of the history, student
life, academic goals and vision of Hanover College.
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Encourage public awareness and the importance of preserving
materials relevant to Hanover College and the surrounding community.
Old Classic Hall, circa 1900
updated 7 August 2006
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