University of Chicago Special Collections

The University of Chicago Special Collections is a library offering rare and unique materials, such as historical documents, manuscripts, photographs, and rare books. It preserves and provides access to valuable resources for research, scholarship, and learning across disciplines. These collections include important texts, personal papers, and archival materials that illuminate history, culture, and ideas. By safeguarding these artifacts, the Special Collections supports academic inquiry and helps preserve the university's rich intellectual heritage for future generations.