Using the Library

Borrowing Privileges

Arboretum members, staff and volunteers can borrow books from the circulating collection. Non-members are invited to use resources in the library's reading room or request items from their local library via interlibrary loan.

Loan Period

• Books may be borrowed for 4 weeks.
• Up to six books may be checked out during a loan period.
• Books may be renewed for an additional 4 weeks.
• Special collections, periodicals and reference books do not circulate.

Renewing Books

• Online: Log into your account on SWAN, the Library's online catalog.
• By phone: Call 630-719-7932 or 630-719-2430.
• In person: Bring your books to the circulation desk at the Library.

Book Return

• Books should be returned to the circulation desk at the Library.
• If the Library is closed, books may be left at the Administration Building or Visitor Center Information Desk.

Fees

• Overdue fines: 10¢ a day.
• Photocopies: 20¢ each. Please allow 48 hours for high volume photocopying. Staff may not allow photocopying of fragile material.