About
Welcome to the Reading Room blog, in which you find news, information and more about the Special Collections: Preservation, Discovery & Research division of the University Libraries.
Our blog integrates key programs working collaboratively to support research and education:
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Archives & Special Collections: Curates rare books, manuscripts, institutional records, and historical archives.
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South Dakota Oral History Center: Home to over 5,500 interviews documenting the voices of the Northern Plains, including the American Indian Research Project (AIRP).
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Digital Humanities & Scholarly Editing: Provides digital tools, access, and support for humanities scholarship, such as the Civil War & Reconstruction Governors of Mississippi project.
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Digital Library & Digital Imaging Lab: Expands global access to rare items through high-quality digitization, stewardship, and online publishing.
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Government Documents: Serves as one of South Dakota’s oldest repositories for state and federal publications.
Our blog provides you with a window into our rich collections that document Dakota Territory & South Dakota History, University of South Dakota heritage, Indigenous Histories, the history of the violin and stringed instruments, and the history of medicine.