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Michigan State University Archives University Archives & Historical Collections at Michigan State University

University Archives & Historical Collections (UAHC) collects, preserves, and provides access to Michigan State University's historical records, as well as historical collections that support faculty and student research, and classroom instruction. UAHC maintains all permanent records of Michigan State University regardless of format. The collections include topics such as the administration of MSU

, campus buildings and grounds, student life, faculty research, curriculum, and academic colleges and departments. Public access to the University Archives & Historical Collections is provided in Conrad Hall, Room 101, by appointment only (https://bookings.lib.msu.edu/spaces?lid=16919). Appointments must be scheduled at least three (3) business days in advance: this reflects the time required to page materials and schedule staff. Appointment times are limited to hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM ET. For assistance, please contact UAHC via email at [email protected] or telephone at (517) 355-2330.

In honor of Hamburger Day, please enjoy this 1955 photograph of students enjoying themselves at the Union Grill.
05/28/2026

In honor of Hamburger Day, please enjoy this 1955 photograph of students enjoying themselves at the Union Grill.

that Michigan Agricultural College hosted events in honor of Memorial Day? This poster from 1901 announced the events ...
05/25/2026

that Michigan Agricultural College hosted events in honor of Memorial Day? This poster from 1901 announced the events to be held on campus. The MSU Archives wishes you a day of remembrance and gratitude on Memorial Day.

Photograph taken in May 1941 of M.S.C. President John A. Hannah sitting with Dean Anthony on a fence watching cows.
05/21/2026

Photograph taken in May 1941 of M.S.C. President John A. Hannah sitting with Dean Anthony on a fence watching cows.

there are many cool wooded trails through campus? This undated postcard shows a path through the forest. Printed on th...
05/19/2026

there are many cool wooded trails through campus? This undated postcard shows a path through the forest. Printed on the front reads "M.A.C."

In honor of today being Dance Like a Chicken Day, please enjoy this undated photograph of students standing near the c...
05/14/2026

In honor of today being Dance Like a Chicken Day, please enjoy this undated photograph of students standing near the coops and watching the chickens as they graze.

in 1976 an American Spruce was planted at the Michigan Capitol in honor of the United States Bicentennial. The text on...
05/11/2026

in 1976 an American Spruce was planted at the Michigan Capitol in honor of the United States Bicentennial. The text on the back of the photograph reads: "Planting of an American Spruce on the lawn of the Michigan Capital in Lansing on May 11, 1976." Left to right are pictured: Dr. Lee James, chairman of the MSU Department of Forestry; Governor William G. Milliken of Michigan; MSU President Clifton R. Wharton, Jr., and Dr. James Hanover, professor of forestry at MSU and developer of the American Spruce.

Undated photograph of William J. Beal standing beside a flowering plant in the Beal Botanical Garden.
05/07/2026

Undated photograph of William J. Beal standing beside a flowering plant in the Beal Botanical Garden.

that students have always enjoyed relaxing in the grass in the spring? This photograph taken in 1971 shows two student...
05/05/2026

that students have always enjoyed relaxing in the grass in the spring? This photograph taken in 1971 shows two students lounging in the grass near some trees.

Photograph taken between 1948-1950 of students walking in a procession away from the Stadium following commencement. C...
04/30/2026

Photograph taken between 1948-1950 of students walking in a procession away from the Stadium following commencement. Congratulations Graduates!

that "Senior Swingout" was a campus tradition that began in 1910 when co-eds were pushed on swings outside of Morrill ...
04/27/2026

that "Senior Swingout" was a campus tradition that began in 1910 when co-eds were pushed on swings outside of Morrill Hall? This undated photograph shows four students in caps and gowns smiling by the swings, and signs on either side of the swing set read "Senior Swing Out June 3 7:30pm".

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