The Archives and Special Collections supports your archival research by providing tailored guidance and resources. Whether you are a student or an experienced scholar, our team is here to enhance your research experience and address your specific needs.

Research Services

Reference Assistance

Reference assistance is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm by appointment. Please review the necessary procedures and policies before you visit the archives.

Research Consultations

The Archives and Special Collections provides personalized research consultations to accommodate the needs of all researchers interested in accessing our archival materials. These consultations are tailored one-on-one sessions aimed at discussing potential search strategies for class assignments, Master's theses, Doctoral dissertations, and private research projects.

This service may include developing paper/thesis/dissertation topics derived from our collections, guidance on utilizing collection finding aids efficiently, and support in locating relevant materials at external institutions for further research on selected topics.

Please contact the Archives and Special Collections to schedule an appointment.

Publish and Present

Unlock the full potential of your research with Drake University's comprehensive publishing resources. Seamlessly manage copyright and citations with our user-friendly research guides. Maximize visibility and impact by showcasing your work in eScholarShare, our open-access repository. Let us support your publishing journey.

Plan A Visit

The University Archives and Special Collections is available to all researchers by appointment. For information about our hours and what to expect during your visit, please refer to our Visit page, and review our Reading Room Policy for guidelines on handling materials in our collections.