The Institute for the Study of Arms & Armor Library™ (ISAA Library™ )
A world-class archival library dedicated to research, preservation, and public education across all cultures and eras.
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What Is the ISAA Library?
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​ISAA Library is a permanent, nonprofit institution committed to long-term stewardship and public benefit.
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An archival research library housing arms, armor, and related material culture
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A preservation institution focused on long-term stewardship and documentation
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A public-facing resource for scholars, students, and responsible researchers
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Not a retailer
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Not a shooting range
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Not a private collection
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The Collection
The ISAA Library curates arms and armor spanning the entirety of human history — from edged weapons and armor systems to early firearms, industrial-era developments, and modern artifacts of conflict and craftsmanship.
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Edged weapons & armor
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Early and industrial firearms
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Military, civilian, and cultural artifacts
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Reference materials, documentation, and ephemera
→ View the Digital Archive
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Research & Scholarship
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On-site research access (Research access is available to qualified scholars and institutions.)
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Cataloging & documentation standards
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Scholarly collaboration
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Educational partnerships
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Preservation & Stewardship
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Conservation over restoration
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Environmental control & secure storage
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Long-term institutional custody
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Ethical acquisition & handling
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Visit / Engage
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→ Support the Library (Donations are tax deductible.)
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→ View Contact / Bio Information
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Institute for the Study of Arms & Armor Library (ISAA Library)™
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN 39-2173240
Austin, Texas
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Donations & loans
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