Reference and Reproduction Request

The State Historical Library and Archives assists patrons who are unable to visit a Research Center in person, including responding to specific questions about Iowa history and the Library and Archives collections. Requests for reproductions of specific documents and images from the collections can also be made by submitting this form. The information provided will be reviewed and you will receive an initial response within five business days.

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Reference and Reproduction Question

Please provide as much information as possible about your reference and reproduction requests and questions.

What is your history reference question or reproduction request? In order for our team to identify and find the requested holdings include as much detail as possible such as source citations and identification numbers.

What is the complete name(s) of individuals involved, if applicable?

What is the approximate day(s), month(s), and year(s) when this person, place or event is expected to appear in the collections?

What is the Iowa city or town where the person lived or the event took place?

What is the Iowa county where the person lived or the event took place?