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Microtext / Microfilm Collection

The Microtext Room is located in Room 28 of the Main Library in the lower level, by the Gov Docs room. The collection contains an impressive array of microtext materials consisting of microfilm, microfiche and microcards. Microfilms are arranged by number, fiche are filed alphabetically by title in separate cabinets.

Guides and indexes to individual film and fiche collections are also located in the Microtext Room. The guides describe some of the film and fiche collections and how to use them.

Microtext room facing south

Microtext room with Poughkeepsie Journal newspaper

Microtext room facing north