The restoration of the Campbell Study represents the first step in the broader Campbell Papers Project, the central initiative of the Restore & Renew Capital Campaign. Before beginning construction of a new library to house Alexander Campbell’s papers and personal library, the Historical Society undertook the restoration of their original home—the study where Campbell read, wrote, and corresponded.

The project returned the study to its early nineteenth-century appearance, guided by documentary evidence and careful attention to preservation standards. The restored space allows visitors to encounter the environment in which Campbell carried out much of his work, providing a valuable context for interpreting the collection that will soon be housed in the new library.

Beyond its historical significance, the study has long functioned as a symbol for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). It represents the church’s commitment to an intellectually rigorous faith, one rooted in study, dialogue, and reflection. 

The study also provides the architectural inspiration for the new library, which is now under construction. The proportions, design, and feel of the study are informing the creation of a library capable of preserving Campbell’s papers and personal library while also accommodating the needs of preservation.