Special Collections

Special Collections will be closed on Tuesday, October 21st for an event

Join us as we celebrate the launch of former University of Arizona president John P. Schaefer's new memoir, A Chance to Make a Difference.

Visit Special Collections by appointment only during maintenance work 

Through October, we’re welcoming visitors by appointment only Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Appointments may be unavailable or limited in order to accommodate class instruction sessions or other activities. What you should know.

Our exhibit is open to the public Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm.

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

Learn how to use Special Collections

Image caption: Two men harvesting squash near San Xavier, circa 1950s. Collection: Western Ways writers and photographers have told the world about Sonora in national magazines, newspapers, and trade journals: here is the record

Explore Special Collections

What we collect

Visit us

Hours

Open to everyone Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm.

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.