Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies, Athens

#19 among attractions in Athens

History museum, Museum, Library

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Facts and practical information

The Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies is an archive of political and historic primary documents relating to the modern American political system. The Russell Library is one of three Special Collections Libraries located in the Richard B. Russell Building on the campus of the University of Georgia in Athens. The address is 300 S. Hull Street. The Russell Library is a department within the University of Georgia Libraries that reports to the University Librarian. ()

Established: 1974 (50 years ago)Coordinates: 33°57'15"N, 83°22'42"W

Address

300 S Hull StRock SpringsAthens 30605-1101 United States

Contact

+1 706-743-0859

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Day trips

Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: 40 Watt Club, Sanford Stadium, Georgia Theatre, The Classic Center.

~1580 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
40 Watt Club, Athens
8 min walk • The 40 Watt Club is a music venue in Athens, Georgia. Along with CBGB, the Whisky a Go Go, and selected others, it was instrumental in launching American punk rock and new wave music.
0.4 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport complex, Sport venue
Sanford Stadium, Athens
11 min walk • Sanford Stadium is the on-campus playing venue for football at the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia, United States. The 92,746-seat stadium is the tenth-largest stadium in the NCAA.
~1590 ftN
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
Georgia Theatre, Athens
8 min walk • Georgia Theatre is a live music venue and event space in Athens, Georgia. Many prominent national and local acts across all genres have performed at the Theatre, including rock, folk, country, indie, alternative, hip hop and electronic.
0.6 miNE
Sport, Sport venue
The Classic Center, Athens
15 min walk • The Classic Center is a convention center in Athens, Georgia, United States. It was opened in 1995. Located within is Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center, a large event hall that also serves as a 2,000-seat arena.
0.5 miE
Music venue
Nuçi's Space, Athens
14 min walk • Nuçi's Space is a resource center based in Athens, Georgia, United States, that provides rehearsal and performance space for local musicians, as well as services to support the well-being of the music community.
0.4 miNW
Church
Hill First Baptist Church, Athens
11 min walk • Hill First Baptist Church "is the oldest African American church in the Athens, Georgia community". It is a contributing property to the Reese Street Historic District.
0.7 miN
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Ware–Lyndon House, Athens
18 min walk • The Ware–Lyndon House is a historic house located at 211 Hoyt Street in Athens, Georgia, at the end of Jackson Street. Built circa 1850, the house is two stories and exhibits an Italianate style. Edward R. Ware, its original owner, sold the property to Edward S. Lyndon in 1880.
1 miSE
Museum, Art museum
Georgia Museum of Art, Athens
26 min walk • The Georgia Museum of Art is an art museum in Athens, Georgia, United States, associated with the University of Georgia. The museum is both an academic museum and, since 1982, the official art museum of the state of Georgia.
~1850 ftE
Cemetery
Jackson Street Cemetery, Athens
9 min walk • Jackson Street Cemetery, also known as Old Athens Cemetery, was the original cemetery for Athens, Georgia and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
~1280 ftW
Park
The Tree That Owns Itself, Athens
7 min walk • The Tree That Owns Itself is a white oak tree that, according to legend, has legal ownership of itself and of all land within eight feet of its base.
0.6 miN
33°57'44"N • 83°22'28"W
Athens Welcome Center - Classic City Tours, Athens
16 min walk • Museum, Visitor center

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies?

Nearby attractions include University of Georgia, Athens (4 min walk), The Tree That Owns Itself, Athens (7 min walk), President's Club Garden, Athens (7 min walk), Georgia Theatre, Athens (8 min walk).

How to get to Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies by public transport?

The nearest stations to Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies:

Bus

Correll Hall • Lines: 5 (4 min walk)
The Arch • Lines: 14, 5 (8 min walk)