Important update: In-person research is currently limited and subject to change. Please contact CSUSM Special Collections at archives@csusm.edu to discuss how we may help with your research needs. We will do our best to help you.

The Karl Strauss Brewing Company Business Records have not been processed but are open for research. Please contact Special Collections in advance to request access.

The Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room is accessible by appointment only, Monday-Friday, 8am - 4pm. Final requests for materials must be made one hour prior to closing. Please submit requests for archival materials at least 24 hours in advance of desired appointment. Materials requested over the weekend will be available on the following Tuesday at the earliest. Please note that Special Collections and University Archives observes all campus holiday closures as noted in the Library Calendar. For more information, please send an email to archives@csusm.edu.