Special Collections welcomes members of the public and the University of Southern Maine community to use our collections.
For the best experience, please contact us prior to your visit to let us know which collections you’re interested in using. Unprocessed collections are open for use, with advanced notice preferred. Please email usm.specialcollections@maine.edu or call 207-780-4275.
Location and Hours
Find out more about our location and hours of operation.
FAQs
Get answers to frequently asked questions.
Getting Here
The Special Collections Reading Room is located in room 614 on the 6th Floor of the Glickman Family Library on the Portland Campus. The Reading Room entrance is located in the elevator lobby, which features exhibit cases for rotating exhibitions.
Parking information is available on the University’s Parking and Transportation page.
Policies
Please review these policies before your visit.