Special Collections and Archives collects, preserves, and provides access to rare books, manuscripts, and archival materials for the Trinity University community and visiting researchers. We also steward Trinity’s history by documenting the university’s story and managing key institutional records.
Search the Collections
ARCHIVAL FINDING AIDS
Search for archives and manuscripts found at Coates Library.
RARE BOOKS
Search the library catalog for rare books and other materials.
DIGITAL COLLECTIONS
Explore digitized historical publications and other primary sources.
Learn about our mission, the materials we preserve, and how Special Collections supports research and teaching at Trinity.
Get help developing research questions, working with primary sources, and accessing materials for class projects or independent study.
Find hours, directions, and everything you need to plan a successful visit to the Reading Room.
Reading Room hours and appointments
Work with rare and archival materials in our Reading Room. Appointments are recommended.
- Open: Monday - Thursday, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
- Located on the second floor of Coates Library.
- Outside open hours: Available by request.
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Interested in donating materials to Special Collections & Archives? Read more about our policy on donating materials.