Special Collections in Performing Arts
Special Collections in Performing Arts (SCPA) at the Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library of the University of Maryland Libraries contains performing arts collections that preserve performance, education, recordings, and scholarship.
Navigating the Collections
- ArchivesUM - finding aids
- Subject Guides
- Index of SCPA collections
Using the Collections
- Duplication of Materials Policy
- Copyright and Publication
- Staff Assistance and Research Services
- Use of Rare Books and Special Collections Agreement Form
- Research Using Primary Sources
About SCPA
- Contact SCPA
- Transfer of Documents Forms
- Hours:
- SCPA: Mon-Fri, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Appointments are not required, but are recommended for out of town researchers
- MSPAL Hours for Lowens Room stacks
- Directions
- Facebook page

