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Special Collections and Archives Division

This guide will introduce you to Special Collections and Archives and will cover the collections and their uses at the University of Texas at Dallas.

Top 5 Essential Resources

Top 5 Essential Resources

  1. Find Our Home Page
    Visit the Special Collections and Archives Division homepage to learn about our department, operating hours, collection scope, and contact information. Special Collections and University Archives Division
  2. Search Our Holdings
    Browse our Special Collections Archives catalog and finding aids to discover materials relevant to your research, papers, or projects. Archives Catalog
  3. Schedule Research Time
    Submit a Research Appointment form to reserve time in our Reading Room and ensure your requested materials are available for your visit. Research Request Form
  4. Request Instruction Sessions
    Faculty and staff from all disciplines can schedule Archives 101 or custom instruction sessions tailored to specific course assignments and projects. Our sessions introduce students to archival research methods and materials. Special Collections Instruction Request Form
  5. Access Digital Primary Sources
    Explore primary sources through McDermott Library's database collections.
    Primary Source Databases