Special Collections in Performing Arts

Located in the Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, we collect, serve, and preserve performing arts materials that document performance practice, instruction, and scholarship.

Discovering the Collections

• Contact SCPA
• ArchivesUM - finding aids
• Score Collections Database
• Subject Guides
• Index of SCPA collections

Using the Collections

• Online Exhibits
• Please REGISTER to use the collections
• Duplication of Materials Policy
• Copyright and Publication
• Staff Assistance and Research Services
• Research Using Primary Sources Tutorial

About SCPA

• Hours:
  • SCPA is open Monday through Friday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, and Wednesday until 8:00 pm (excluding Dec. 20 – Jan. 31, and June – August)
  • Appointments are not required, but are recommended for out of town researchers
  • MSPAL Hours for Lowens Room open stacks
• Directions
• Download Transfer of Official Records Form