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Special Collections & University Archives

Welcome to Special Collections and University Archives!

Here you can find rare and historic materials that document the history of Pittsburg State University and Southeast Kansas.

Our strengths also include Kansas history and personalities, American socialism, free thought, the history of printing, music history, mining and labor history, and third-party political movements. Some frequently used collections are listed below:

  • Haldeman-Julius Collection of personal papers and publications
  • Congressman Joseph Skubitz papers
  • Eva Jessye Collection
  • Tri-State Lead and Zinc Producers Association papers
  • Jefferson Highway Association Collection

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Antique photo of four friends in front of the University

Our Hours

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
We are closed for lunch 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm


Appointments are not required, but strongly encouraged.

Please contact Special Collections and Archieves at (620)-235-4883 or speccoll@pittstate.edu to discuss appointment times.

For more information, or to plan a visit, please contact us.