Preparing for a Research Visit
Where are you located?
The SEJ Heritage Center is located in Suite 3 of the Foundation for Evangelism building at 125 North Lakeshore Drive on the grounds of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center, Lake Junaluska, NC. You can use the information on these pages to plan a visit or contact us with your reference question.
What days are you open?
The SEJ Heritage Center is open Monday through Thursday 9-3. Some additional hours are available by appointment with a minimum two-week advance notice.
Do I need an appointment?
Due to staff size and limited space for researchers, we strongly encourage you to make an appointment in advance. Walk-ins are accommodated on a space-available basis.
How do I request materials?
Materials may be requested in advance via email or telephone conversation with the Director, or at the time of your arrival.
What items can I have with me while I do research?
For security purposes, we do limit what can be taken into the Reading Room. We provide secure space to store your belongings. We also provide pencils and paper and research tools such as magnifying glasses and page weights.
Permitted items include:
· Pencils
· Laptops or tablets (out of their cases)
· Digital camera or cell phone (Please place phones on vibrate)
· Outside books needed for research purposes
Prohibited items include:
· Food, drink, gum and candy
· Ink of any kind
· Papers (We will copy notes necessary for your research onto colored paper at no cost.)
· Professional photography equipment
· Outerwear
· Bags of any kind
Is photography or scanning allowed?
In most cases researchers can take photographs of materials with no flash. Personal scanners are allowed on a case-by-case basis depending on material type and condition.
If I cannot visit The SEJ Heritage Center can I request research assistance or copies?
Yes – although with a few limitations due to staff size. Contact Nancy Watkins at nhwatkins@sejcah.org to discuss the type of assistance you need.
How do I get to The SEJ Heritage Center? What accommodations and dining options are nearby?
Please visit our Visitor Information page for parking, directions, accommodations and dining options.
How do I cite materials from The SEJ Heritage Center?
Please use the following format when citing materials from The SEJ Heritage Center collections:
[Identification of item, title of collection], SEJ Heritage Center, Lake Junaluska, NC