Special Collections and Archives
Special Collections and Archives
We acquire, preserve, and provide access to primary sources and rare materials that support the teaching and research programs of Kent State University. The collections, totaling nearly 21,000 cubic feet, are comprised of sources in all formats including manuscripts, archival materials, and 135,000 books and periodicals. To learn more about our collections, please view our Spotlight on Special Collections exhibit.
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The General Election Exhibit: 20th Century Campaign, Election, and Inauguration Ephemera in Special Collections & Archives
Check out our latest exhibit in the Marovitz Gallery on the first floor of University Libraries! During this 2024 Presidential Election year, Special Collections & Archives invites you to explore highlights from our archival collections that document political campaigns, elections, conventions, and inaugurations. The materials in this exhibit originate from many of our collection’s strengths, including the May 4 Collection, Kent State University Archives, and regional history collections. The flyers, pamphlets, bumper stickers, news clippings, and voter education materials provide a glimpse of democracy and civic engagement in 20th-century America.