Distinctive Collections

Arizona’s largest Latino archival collection that focuses on oral histories and family records.

The world’s largest archive that documents children’s theatre from the 16th century to present.

This collection documents the diverse communities and cultures and political histories of the region.

This diverse collection includes items representing nearly 40 centuries, from a clay tablet to contemporary artist's books.

This collection emphasizes desert-sensitive design and the evolution of midcentury and modern architecture in the Southwest.

This collection supports ASU faculty and students studying the literature, history, culture and languages of Latin America, Spain and Portugal.