Winter Break Hours and Services
Shields Library is closed through January 4, 2026. Digitization and interlibrary loan requests will be fulfilled after the library reopens on January 5.
Find and Request Materials
Request Materials Before You Visit
All requests for UC Davis Archives and Special Collections materials should be made through the Aeon Request System at least 48 hours before visiting.
Tools to help you locate physical and digital items from Archives and Special Collections.
Most collections are stored offsite and need to be retrieved for your research visit. Request items and check the status of your requests via the Aeon Request System.
Use your Aeon account to request photocopies or scanned images of collection materials, as well as request permission to use images or text. Requests can be placed remotely or from within the Reading Room.
Information about reading room and collection handling rules, terms of use, our privacy policy and interlibrary lending.