Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Gifts of archives, rare books, and other collections have contributed significantly to McMaster's reputation as a research library. We welcome inquiries regarding potential donations of materials that support the teaching, learning and research activities of the University.

To discuss whether McMaster University Library is the appropriate repository for the items you wish to donate, please contact Wade Wyckoff, Associate University Librarian, Distinctive, Legacy, and Digital Heritage Collections.

As an alternative option, we've set up Open Libraries in the lobbies of Mills and Thode where book donations can be deposited for others to enjoy. Books in the Open Libraries circulate freely with minimal mediation from Library staff. Popular reading, textbooks, and academic publications are welcome additions for the Open Library.