About Special Collections and Archives

Special Collections and Archives is a department within the University of Idaho Library that specializes in the acquisition, preservation, and accessibility of archival research materials that document the history and culture of Idaho and the University of Idaho. We have over 25,000 linear feet of rare, unique, and valuable materials. Our collections include, but are not limited to:

  • Personal papers of individuals and families
  • Business records (lumber, railroad, mining, etc.)
  • Idaho state publications
  • Papers of government officials, educators, authors, artists, etc.
  • Organizational and association records (religious, fraternal, civic, environmental, non-profit, etc.)
  • Book collections on local, historical, and literary topics

Learn more about the strengths and focus of our holdings on the Description of Collections page. You can view our physical materials by visiting our Reading Room. Many items have been digitized and can be discovered in U of I Library Digital Collections, and finding aids can be searched on Archives West.


Contact

We’re available 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday to answer inquiries via email or phone.

Special Collections and Archives
University of Idaho Library
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2350
Moscow, ID 83844-2350

Staff

Name Title Contact Info
Berge, Courtney Library Assistant
Archives and Exhibits Assistant
cberge@uidaho.edu
(208) 885-0845
Shannon, Michelle Library Specialist
Archival Assistant
mshannon@uidaho.edu
(208) 885-0845
Thompson, Amy Library Specialist
Archives Manager
amyjo@uidaho.edu
(208) 885-0845
Perret, Robert Associate Professor
First Year Experience Librarian
rperret@uidaho.edu
(208) 885-6631
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