The Civil Rights History Project: Survey of Collections and Repositories

University of Akron. Archival Services

225 South Main Street; Polsky Building, Room LL10
Akron, Ohio 44325

Email: [email protected]

Fax: 330-972-6170

Phone: 330-972-7670

Repository URL: http://www.uakron.edu/libraries/archives/

Repository code: ohakuas

Repository description (extant): Archival Services of University Libraries collects, preserves, and provides access to important historical resources that primarily document the history of the following topics:

* The University of Akron
* Akron and Summit County
* The rubber industry
* Lighter-than-air flight
* Ohio canals
* The book and print culture

As the Archives and Special Collections of the University, Archival Services supports the research and scholarly activity of the university community, visiting scholars, and the general public by providing the following services:

* Preservation of historical resources
* Reference and research assistance
* Bibliographic instruction
* Class visits
* Records management

Repository type: University Special Collection

Collections:

Thelma Furry papers