Research Resources
Finding aids, indexes, and collection guides
Our purpose is to collect, preserve, and make available to the general public research materials documenting the history of the trans-Mississippi West, with special emphasis on Southern California and Los Angeles.
Historic records include manuscript materials, books, serials, pamphlets, broadsides, maps, posters, prints, and photographs.
To schedule a research appointment, please call 213.763.3359 or write to the Seaver Center at seavercenter@nhm.org to discuss your research interests. There may be ways we can provide the information you need without an in-person visit. Research appointments are Wednesdays/Thursdays from 10 am to noon; 1 pm to 4 pm.