Special & Area Studies Collections
Our department is home to substantial holdings of rare print, maps, archives, and manuscripts, as well as interdisciplinary collections pertaining to geographical, national or cultural regions. Our materials and personnel advance the University’s research mission and spark the minds of its students.
what’s new
Artists’ Books at UF
The Coffey Residency for Book Arts
Since 2015, Coffey Residency recipients have used the collections in SASC to produce original, acclaimed artists’ books.
From our Blog
A “Perfect” Jewish Comedian
Even though he never billed himself as a Jewish comedian, Ed Wynn was the “perfect” embodiment of a special type of Jewish humor.
Explore the Collections
Finding Aid Upgrades
Thanks to the ArchivesSpace platform, it’s now easier than ever to search our archives and manuscript materials.
Class Activity
Dive Into Tunnel Books
Tunnel books are wonderful objects and containers of wonder. Explore their history and learn how to make your own!
New Video
Take a look at the development of early optical illusions through the collections in SASC, and check out our hands-on activity.
our spaces
Reading Room Hours
Map & Imagery Library (First Floor)
By Appointment, email mapsref@uflib.ufl.edu
Room 100 and Nahmad Gallery (First Floor)
Study Areas
8am – 6pm Monday – Thursday
8am – 5pm Friday
Grand Reading Room (Second Floor)
Email special@uflib.ufl.edu for research assistance and to request materials.
9am – 5pm Monday – Friday
Judaica Suite (Second Floor)
By Appointment, email rjefferson@ufl.edu
LACC Reading Room (Third Floor)
Study Area, email lacref@uflib.uflib.ufl.edu for access to collections
8am – 6pm Monday – Thursday
8am – 5pm Friday
our department & building
Our Department
Who We Are
We promote, preserve, and grow our collections to create new knowledge from old.
Our Building
Smathers Library
A landmark of learning on the UF campus.
contact us
Directory
Special and Area Studies Collections Faculty and Staff
