Frequently Asked Question about
McFarlin Library's Collections

I've heard you have a lot of material about the Tulsa Race Riot. Where is it?

Answer:

To locate material in McFarlin Library concerning the Tulsa Race Riot, search the catalog using the subject heading Tulsa Race Riot, 1921. Some material will be found in the Main Collection (identifiable by the location code McFarlin Books). These items may be borrowed. Material in the form of videos and radio broadcasts will be in Media Services. These cannot be checked out, but may be viewed or listened to in Media. The Mabee Legal Information Center also has information on the Riot.

McFarlin Library's Special Collections Department has one of the best collections anywhere of primary source material on the Tulsa Race Riot. This includes a large number of photographs as well as other unique items. Special Collections is located on the 5th Floor and is open from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Special Collections materials may only be used under supervision within the department because of their unique and fragile nature. For more information, please contact Special Collections at 918-631-2496.