The Libraries

The Libraries

Information

Sheffield Botanical Library
Location: Main level of GardenHouse off Cox Courtyard
Hours: Open by appointment only
Phone: 404.591.1546

Orchid Reference Library
Location: In the Conservation Center
Hours: Tuesdays by appointment
Phone: 404.591.1725

The Librarian is happy to provide reference assistance in person at the Garden, via telephone or email.

Together, the Sheffield Botanical Library and Orchid Reference Library collections include more than 8,000 books and 125 journals.

The Library of Congress Classification Schedule is used in both libraries. The card catalog provides entry to information by author, title and subject. Creation of a digital catalog database is currently in progress. The collections are noncirculating.

See our recommended books of the month!

Sheffield Botanical Library

This collection serves Atlanta Botanical Garden staff, volunteers, members, professional horticulturists, researchers, students, gardeners and the public. The library provides information about botany and horticulture with special emphasis on Southeastern regional works. Books and journals on research and educational as well as recreational levels are available. Nursery and seed catalogs and a vertical file of clippings from local sources are also maintained. The children's corner includes an outstanding collection of fiction and nonfiction books and puppets. A special kid-sized bench invites young readers to spend time with books in the Library. Special selections from this area are featured in Garden Storybook times every month.

Orchid Reference Library

This collection of titles specific to orchids and global plant conservation serves Atlanta Botanical Garden staff and researchers. Library information is used to identify orchids, verify nomenclature and access descriptions of native habitats for display purposes.

Books of the Month

Journeys Through Paradise: Pioneering Naturalists In The Southeast
by Gail Fishman

Chronicling the explorations and travels of 13 naturalists including John James Audubon and John Muir, the author combines the naturalists' descriptions of flora and fauna with biographical historical portraits.

QH26.F47 2000
The Umbrella
by Jan Brett

A children's story featuring Carlos, who explores the cloud forest from his perch in a giant fig tree. The artist's paintings illustrate the tropical setting.

JPZ7.B752 Umb
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