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Southern Maryland Studies Center

The Southern Maryland Studies Center is an archival repository and research center that seeks to collect, preserve, and provide access to materials documenting the history and culture of Southern Maryland.

Visiting the Southern Maryland Studies Center

To access archival materials stewarded by the Southern Maryland Studies Center, all visitors will be required to read our Materials Handling Guidelines and to complete the Patron Registration Form. By completing the Patron Registration Form, you are agreeing to abide by our Material Handling Guidelines to ensure the ongoing preservation of our materials for future generations of researchers. To expedite your research process, please complete the Patron Registration Form ahead of your visit.

During Your Visit

All personal belongings, likes bags and coats, must be placed underneath of your study table and out of the way.

Items that you can bring with you to the Southern Maryland Studies Center's Reading Room:

  • Laptops, cameras, and phones

  • Pencils and erasers

  • Books, papers, and other research materials

  • Sweaters or shawls

Items that you can not bring with you to the Southern Maryland Studies Center's Reading Room:

  • Pens, highlighters, markers, or any permanent ink items

  • Food and drink (including water or candy)

  • Personal scanners

  • Post-It notes

  • Other items that may touch or cause damage to materials