Tampa Campus Special Collections

For more than 50 years, Special Collections has supported the University of South Florida by encouraging use of primary resources that document the history and culture of both USF and the broader community. With a strong focus on local and regional records, artifacts, and publications, Special Collections is also home to numerous collections of national and international prominence that describe and contextualize diverse experiences from the 1500s to the present day.

Access to collections in the reading room is by appointment only. Make an appointment below or explore other services in Special Collections.

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