Special Collections Hours and Events
Hours
Appointments should be requested at least 48 hours (two working days) in advance to allow time for materials to be retrieved.
For Fall 2025, research time is available
Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Make an appointment at 956.326.2109
To best ensure confirmation for a preferred time slot, get in touch with us as far in advance as possible.
Visitors, please note the following:
- Visitors must have a confirmed appointment to use materials.
- Visitor appointments are for a designated date and time.
- Visitors are required to observe safe handling procedures of all collection materials.
- Before the visit, the researcher is subject to a Research Interview to facilitate efficient use of on-site research time.
See the Special Collections Schedule for specific dates regarding closures and abbreviated hours.
Schedule
The following guidelines are in effect at the Archive
- A maximum of two visitors are allowed per research team time slot.
- No food or drinks are allowed in the reading room.
The University Campus will close: Thurs & Fri Nov 28 & 29 (Thanksgiving)
SPARC will have short hours on Fri Oct 31 3pm, Weds Nov 26 Noon
If you have questions regarding Special Collections & Archives materials, policies, or procedures, please get in touch with the Special Collections Librarian at jhatcher@tamiu.edu.
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