Special Collections

Visit Special Collections by appointment only during maintenance work 

Starting April 7, and continuing through September, we’re welcoming visitors by appointment only, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. We look forward to seeing you! What you should know.

We offer access to rare and unique materials for scholars, researchers, and the public.

Learn how to use Special Collections

Image caption: Photograph of astronomer Tom Gehrels at telescope, circa 1955. Collection: Tom Gehrels papers

Explore Special Collections

What we collect

Visit us

Hours

Open to everyone by appointment only. Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

Check our hours before planning your visit as we occasionally close for events and holidays.

Location

1510 E. University Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85721

We are located on the southwest corner of University Blvd. and Cherry Ave., next door to the Main Library Starbucks.