New York State Library | Collection Development Library Policies

Collection Development Policy
of the
New York State Library

Table of Contents


Foreword

Introduction
Goals Statement
Statement of Scope and Purpose
  1. General Policies

  2. Definition of Collection Levels - See Bottom Pages of Detailed Schedules

  3. Detailed Schedules
    Generalities
    Philosophy & Psychology
    Religion
    Social Sciences
    Language
    Natural Sciences & Mathematics
    Technology (Applied Sciences)
    The Arts Fine and Decorative Arts
    Literature & Rhetoric
    Geography & History
  4. Manuscripts and Special Collections CDP

  5. Preservation Policy

  6. Appendix

    Gift Policy and Procedures Statement
    Disposal Policy and Procedures Statement

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