Archive, Manuscript & Rare Book collections are accessed in Olin Library at the Special Collections reading room.
HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00-5:00
*LOCATION: Olin Library, 1st floor, Danforth Campus
*REQUESTS / APPOINTMENTS: 314-935-5495 spec@wumail.wustl.edu
*collections stored offsite require advance notice for retrieval and use
Questions about a specific topic? Contact:
University Archives: Sonya Rooney
Rare Books: Cassie Brand
Modern Graphic History Library: Skye Lacerte
Manuscript: Joel Minor
Local History: Miranda Rectenwald
This page is an overview of primary sources available at University Archives and Modern Graphic History Library about American festivals, celebrations, and holidays, with an emphasis on St. Louis, and WU events. Secondary sources are also avaialble from the WU Libraries.
May Fete, St. Fatima's Day & St. Patrick's Day
Christmas (post WW-II)
Examine how holidays or events are chronicled by an individual in their personal notes: