FROM BOW TO ARROWS

About the Archery Library

The largest compilation of archery books, magazines, articles, documents, photographs, and historical artifacts in the world is at The Easton Foundations Archery Library. 

The library got its start in 1989 when archery enthusiast John Garrett donated his vast collection of books and magazines to the foundation. In the years since, Jim Easton and many others have contributed countless additional pieces. 

If and when you come to visit the library, here are some interesting items to look for: 

  • This is a book about longbow archery published in 1545. It is the first book about archery ever printed in English.

  • Ancient Japanese writings on the art of the bow

  • Over 5,000 archery magazines and articles on archery and hunting, as well as archery company catalogs and brochures, and tournament programs and results.

  • Approximately 30,000 archery photographs, negatives and slides

  • Videotape from major archery events throughout the world, such as the Olympics and world championships. 

  • Ancient Chinese, Turkish and Korean bows

  • Wood arrows dating back to the 1600s

  • Bronze arrow points estimated to be from 20 B.C.

  • Arrowheads as old as 500 B.C.

  • Chinese Thumb Rings

About the Archery Library

Before visiting the Library, please contact us to request an appointment and read our Library guidelines. 

Basic Guidelines

  • The Easton Foundations Archery Library is free and open to the public Monday-Friday, 10AM to 4PM (excluding holidays), by appointment only. 

  •  Appointments are mandatory. 

  •  Group visits are welcome but must be arranged in advance. 

  • To protect the collection, no food or drink is allowed in the library.

The Easton Foundations Archery Library does not loan books, periodicals, or media. You must make an appointment to visit the library and view the collection. This library database is a reference guide only. Browse our online catalog. Let us know what materials you would like to look at from our collection, and we will have them waiting for you when you arrive. 

Image Preproduction 

  • Photocopies of materials will be made at no charge for up to 10 copies. Fees for copies in excess of 10 will be charged at the discretion of the librarian, but the charge will be no more than 10¢ per copy. There is an upper limit of 50 copies per visit. 

  • Requests for photos are handled on a case-by-case basis. If the Easton Foundations Archery Library owns the rights to a photo image, we can duplicate it. All images have to be sent to a photo lab for processing, and the client will be responsible for all costs incurred.  

  • The use of hand-held digital cameras, video devices, and/or portable scanners is allowed by permission only and at the discretion of the librarian.  

  • Copies may be used for personal use only. Any other use (e.g., making multiple copies, displaying images publicly, placing on a web page, or using images for personal or corporate gain) requires expressed written consent. Commercial use of any image or material without such permission would constitute copyright infringement. We reserve the right to refuse to copy materials that may be damaged in the process.

Circulation Guidelines

Share the Legacy 

The Easton Foundations Archery Library is interested in materials related to archery and bowhunting. 

All donations are accepted with the understanding that the Easton Foundations Archery Library becomes the owner of the material and, as such, reserves the right to determine retention, location, cataloging treatment, and other considerations relating to use or disposition (the term “use” includes possible digitization of materials). Items not added to the collection may be used in exchange programs with other libraries or collectors or donated to other groups and/or charities as the Easton Foundations Archery Library sees fit. 

Items Not Accepted 

  • Books or materials in poor condition.  

  • Duplicate copies of most materials the library already owns. 

Appraisal 

The Library will not appraise any donation. Any appraisal of a donation to the Easton Foundations Archery Library for income tax purposes is the responsibility of the donor. 

Acknowledgement 

Donors may request a letter of acknowledgement for their gift. 

Unsolicited Donations 

Donations that are delivered without prior arrangement with the library will be routed to the Donations Librarian for evaluation, and the donor will be contacted. 

How to Donate 

Step 1) Contact Us 

Anyone interested in donating materials should first contact the Easton Foundations Archery Library at (801)523-5232 or library@esdf.org. Materials may be dropped off at the library during our hours of operation; however, arrangements must be made in advance. The Donations Librarian will discuss and/or examine the material(s) with the donor and indicate whether or not the gift would be appropriate for the Library. 

Step 2) Fill Out the Form 

Additionally, we kindly request that potential donors download, complete, and submit the “Donate An Item” form along with their donation. 

Library Donations

FAQ’s

  • We will make up to 10 copies for you at no charge, as there are no public copiers. The fee for copies in excess of 10 will be charged at the discretion of the librarian, but the charge will be no more than 10¢ per copy. There is an upper limit of 50 copies per visit. We reserve the right to refuse to copy materials that may be damaged in the process.   

  • Yes, a librarian is available to help you with your research and get the books you want. You will not be given access to all the books, but the librarian will make available a few items at a time. 

  • The Library is located at 575 North John Glenn Rd. Salt Lake City, UT 84116. Parking is available in front of the building in any one of our available “visitor” spots. 

  • Type the full title of the book, the author, or the publisher into the search box. You will get a list of results. The title you want may not be the first one, so look at all the results.   

  • Yes, we are open to the public by appointment only. Library hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (excluding holidays). To schedule a visit, fill out a contact form. If you need to cancel an appointment, please notify us via phone or email so that we can allocate that time to another visitor. 

  • No. Due to the fact that the library collection consists of many pieces that are rare and, in most cases, one of a kind, we do not circulate our books. Browse our online catalog. Let us know what materials you would like to look at from our collection, and we will have them waiting for you when you arrive. 

  • Yes! But we are specific to archery and bowhunting. Visit our Library Donations page to get more information. We are also interested in trading duplicate items with collectors.