Special Collections will be closed on Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day
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.
Image caption: Dr. Charles "Chuck" Ford was the first African American elected to the Tucson City Council, serving from 1979-1987. Collection: Dr. Charles “Chuck” Ford papers
Collection guides
Find collection guides, also known as finding aids, in ArchivesSpace.
Audio and video recordings
Find oral histories, archival motion pictures, and more.
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.
Contact us
Phone: (520) 621-6423
Email: LBRY-askspcoll@email.arizona.edu
Fax: (520) 621-2709
Ask us a research question or make an appointment to visit us