The University of Iowa's Special Collections and Archives is an invaluable resource available right here in Iowa City. It includes rare books and manuscripts, archives, media, and other primary source material that can enrich your research.
To access materials, researchers must search the collections and submit requests for materials using a system called Aeon. If you've ever used Interlibrary Loan at the UI, it will feel familiar because it's made by the same company. If you need help registering for your Aeon account and making your first request, check out the short video to the right.
Canter Rare Book Room
The Arthur and Miriam Rare Book Room
Housed in the Rita Benton Music Library, items available to view per request
Martin Rare Book Room
The John Martin Rare Book Room
Housed in the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, items available to view per request
Special Collections
University of Iowa Special Collections
Housed in the Main Library, third floor. Items available to view per request
University Archives
The University of Iowa's History
Housed in the Main Library, third floor. Items available to view per request
Iowa Women's Archives
1200 manuscript collections
Housed in the Main Library, third floor. Items available to view per request