Donating Books, Journals and Other Items

The UNM University Libraries has been greatly enriched by gifts of books and materials from patrons. These donations provide items that might otherwise be difficult for the University Libraries to obtain.

However, because of space constraints, we must be selective in what is added to the library's collections. We accept scholarly materials that are hardcover or large, high quality paperback books in good condition. We are always looking for materials about New Mexico, the Southwest, Latin America, and the Iberian peninsula. We cannot accept outdated textbooks, popular magazines, or materials in poor condition.

If the potential donation is more than a few boxes, please call us before you deliver the materials to the Library. We will arrange a visit to review the materials in order to decide if the library can accept the donation. We will consider any gift for addition to our collections, but reserve the right to dispose of any items that do not meet our needs.

For questions about these types of donations, please contact:

Linda Lewis, Collection Development Librarian
505/277-7828, llewis@unm.edu

Betty Blackburn , Gifts Section
505/417-5906 or 277-9236, bboop@unm.edu