Monthly Archives: May 2011

Public Lecture: Treasures of the USGS Library

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Lakegan Harris

Since its creation in 1882, the USGS Library has grown to become the world’s largest library dedicated to earth and natural sciences, holding more than 1.5 million volumes and 800,000 maps. Richard Huffine, Director of the USGS Libraries Program, highlights … Continue reading →

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Menlo Park Aerial Photography Collection

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Lakegan Harris

The aerial photography collection is a section of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Menlo Park Library on the foyer level of the McKelvey Building (15). About 255 square feet of space is allocated for storing approximately 300,000 aerial photos, mostly … Continue reading →

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Menlo Park Library

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Lakegan Harris

Welcome to the USGS Library in Menlo Park, California. This library collects, organizes, maintains, and disseminates earth and natural science data and information for USGS researchers, our partners, and the public. We provide data and information to help researchers find … Continue reading →

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