Cartographic Resources Collection Development Policy

The Map and Government Information Library develops and maintains a modern, research-oriented collection of cartographic resources in all formats. Holdings include:

• Sheet maps - current and historical U.S. Geological Survey topographic maps; topographic map sets for most countries in various scales; worldwide nautical and aeronautical charts; select thematic, country and city maps from around the world with an emphasis on the United States and the State of Georgia
• Atlases - general reference, national, historical and thematic
• Aerial photography and remote sensed imagery, primarily of the State of Georgia
• Journals related to map collections and map librarianship
• Gazetteers and place name guides
• Cartographic reference materials
• GIS data, including subscription databases

Duplication of cartographic material between the Map and Government Information Library and other UGA Libraries is usually limited to general reference atlases; however, exceptions can be made to meet user needs.

All cartographic materials are housed in the Map and Government Information Library with the following exceptions:

• Select pre-20th century cartographic materials for which the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library has primary responsibility
• Select general reference atlases and other items described above