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Special Collections and University Archives

New & Notable Collections

SB UNIQUE A Self-Guided Tour to Explore the Art, Culture & Architectureof Stony Brook University   Experience the Tour Online or on CampusSTART BY CLICKING ON THE IMAGE OF THE MAP   Sites include installations at:  Administration building; Charles B. Wang Center; Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery; Frank Melville Jr. Memory

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Celebrating Stony Brook University Libraries

Collections | Innovation | Leadership | Research SPECIAL EVENT: PANEL DISCUSSION & RECEPTION FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2023Join us in celebrating Stony Brook University Libraries and the 60th anniversary of the Melville Library! We are hosting a panel discussion that will delve into the transformation of our libraries over the past

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Special Collections and University Archives

Javits Foundation Establishes Largest Endowment for SBU Libraries Senator Jacob K. Javits Collection Senator Jacob K. Javits Collection Learn More EXPLORE OUR COLLECTIONS Rare Books, Manuscripts, Historical Maps & MoreSpecial Collections & University Archives is recipient of the New York Board of Regents and New York State Archives “Annual Archives Award

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About Special Collections & University Archives

Stony Brook University Libraries is the largest academic research library system on Long Island and maintains membership in the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), a non-profit consortium of 125 distinguished libraries in North America. The collections and services offered by the libraries are central to the academic success of students

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University Archives: University History

Aerial View of Stony Brook University, c1962 From the University Archives Photograph Collection The University Archives, a division of Stony Brook University Libraries within Special Collections, acquire, preserve, and provide access to collections that document the history of Stony Brook University. The collections in the University Archives supplement the official records

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Stony Brook University Special Collections & Archives

The depth and uniqueness of the materials housed in Special Collections and University Archives offer limitless opportunities for scholarship and document and support a wide range of disciplines. The department is particularly recognized for: its expanding and extensive Long Island Collection that includes rare books, maps, manuscripts, pamphlets, newspapers, and

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About Us

The depth of primary source materials housed in Special Collections and University Archives offer limitless opportunities for scholarship and document and support a wide range of disciplines. The rare book collection includes more than 30,000 scarce and unique titles dating from 1493 to the present. The department is particularly recognized

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Access

Special Collections and University Archives is committed to providing excellent educational and research opportunities to all. Virtual Research ServicesWe are here to help virtually! Virtual research consulations and class session planning are available via Zoom.  Contact: Kristen J. Nyitray at kristen.nyitray@stonybrook.edu. On-Site ResearchPhysical access to all collections is by appointment.

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For Students

Please contact us with questions about Special Collections and University Archives, primary sources, and learning opportunities.  We can help you identify research materials for assignments and offer individual research consultations by appointment. Primary Sources Tutorial About Primary Sources Primary Sources Research Guide Research Strategies Internships Meet our Interns Contact

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Research

Special Collections and University Archives is committed to providing excellent educational and research opportunities to the Stony Brook University community, visiting scholars, and remote users.  Searching the Collections Research Spotlight Teaching with the Collections Research Guides Policies and Forms Contact  

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