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Special Collections at the 51ÁÔÆæ Libraries is the premier public collection of rare books and special printed materials in southeastern Wisconsin.

Our collections and services are open to all groups, organizations, and individuals. We offer a variety of research and teaching services for 51ÁÔÆæ faculty, staff, and students, as well as for non-51ÁÔÆæ researchers, instructors, and educational and cultural organizations.

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Special Collections consists primarily of rare and special printed materials that hold long-term, historical research potential for 51ÁÔÆæ academic programs. Our collections support a broad range of research and teaching activities in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.

Visitors explore open books in Special Collections.

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Special Collections Hours

Monday – Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

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(414) 229-4345
libspecial@uwm.edu