University History
- Founding and Early HistoryThis link takes you to a page that lists collections that document the early history and founding of the University of Chicago.
- Student Activism-1960sA popular area of study, these collections document student protests and student government and activities during the 1960s.
- Student Life and AthleticsThis link takes you to a page describing collections housed in SCRC that document student life, activities, athletics, and more.
Archival and Manuscript Collections
- Subject Guide to Archives and ManuscriptsThis link takes you to a page that lists collections housed in Special Collections by topic/subject. Areas of strength include atomic science, sociology, Chicago and Illinois history, and social reform.
Rare Books and Early Manuscripts
- Rare Books and Early Manuscripts in Special CollectionsThis link takes you to the Special Collections LibGuide on rare books and early manuscripts housed in the University of Chicago Library.
Chicago Jazz
- Chicago Jazz ArchiveThis link will take you to a page that lists all the different collections that are a part of the Chicago Jazz Archive and housed in Special Collections.
- Chicago Jazz LibGuideThis link will take you to the research guide for Chicago Jazz and contains information and resources that more broadly address the history of Chicago Jazz and include digital resources and external jazz collections.
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For help with your research:
Visit us on the first floor of Regenstein Library:
1100 East 57th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
Phone: 773-702-8705
Hours and Location
Monday through Friday: 9:00 am to 4:45pm.
When classes at the University of Chicago are in session we are open until 5:45pm on Tuesday and Wednesday. We are not open Saturday or Sunday.
The Special Collections Research Center is located on the first floor of Regenstein Library: 1100 East 57th Street, Chicago, IL 60637