--- Begin Forwarded Message --- Date: Wed, 15 Dec 1999 14:24:03 -0500 From: "David A. Cobb" <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Harvard Map Collection Closing Sender: "David A. Cobb" <[log in to unmask]> Colleagues - It is now official. The Harvard Map Collection will be closed from December 22, 1999 through Thursday, January 13, 2000. This really Phase II of our renovation as the new exhibit area was finished late last year. This phase will involve the replacement of our ceilings, lighting fixtures, and ventilation ducts. This will prepare us for the installation of a new sprinkler and fire detection system to be installed next summer. Next summer will also be the time when solar shades will be installed for our windows and new carpeting. This too may involve closing for a few days. Please do not plan to visit the Map Collection during this time as the construction crew, while highly qualified, is not familiar with our filing system and would, in all likelihood, not be able to find Blaeu's 1635 atlas for you. David Cobb --- End Forwarded Message ---