Research Services
How to Use the Collections
It is the policy of Special Collections and Archives to provide all patrons--University of Missouri faculty, staff, students or members of the general public--with professional, equitable, and courteous reference service. Materials in Special Collections and Archives are not browsable, and most cannot be checked out. In order to use materials, patrons must schedule a research appointment, and staff will retrieve materials from the closed stacks. Librarians can help patrons identify materials of interest.
How to...
Book an Appointment & Request Materials
Our reading room is currently open by appointment only. Learn how to book research appointments for both University Archives and Special Collections:
Copying and Scanning Services
Learn how you can request digital scanning or photocopying (for archival materials only) from University Archives and Special Collections.
Request Copying and Scanning ServicesPublish or Display our Collection Materials
Want to publish or display images of our collection items? Please see below for our permission request processes.
Request PermissionsAsk Us a Question
Unsure of what you need? Click the button below to ask us a question about our collections, including how to book appointments and find materials.