Donating Materials to Special Collections
The Mississippi State University Libraries’ Special Collections Department collects published and unpublished materials documenting Mississippi history and culture, including the history of Mississippi State University and the contributions of individuals connected to it. The Department welcomes gifts of books, maps, photographs, manuscripts, archival records and other materials that relate to its collecting mission.
For additional information about donating to Special Collections, contact Frances Coleman, Dean of Libraries and Coordinator, Special Collections, (662) 325-7661, fcoleman@library.msstate.edu.
Resources for Donors
The Society of American Archivists sets standards and guidelines for the donation of materials to archival repositories. Individuals, families and organizations interested in donating materials to Special Collections may wish to consult the following resources:
- Guide to Donating Your Personal or Family Papers to a Repository
- Guide to Donating Your Organizational Records to a Repository
- A Guide to Deeds of Gift



