Ordering Reproductions from Archives & Special Collections

Interested in obtaining a copy of an item or need a digital image of our material? We offer a variety of reproduction services for personal use or publication needs. See our pricing below. Please allow 5-10 business days to fulfill your request.

Most requests for items from our collections can be placed directly in the Web browser when you are viewing an image or a finding aid. Others may need to be requested directly to our staff. In some cases, you may be prompted to create an Aeon account to complete your reproduction request.

Regardless, if you need help, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Guidance on Copyright and the Use of ULS Collections

Interested in obtaining a copy of an item or need a digital image of our material? Read on for more information.

Reproduction Service Costs

Audubon Reproductions and Notecards

We provide full print reproductions and selected notecard sets of Audubon’s Birds of America. For more information and pricing, please visit our Audubon website.

Coroner Case Files

Staff will search database and provide digital copies of file

$12 per individual

(See Coroner Case File Ordering Form)

Photocopies/Quick Scan*

Black/White copies or prints from microfilm

$0.50/page

*If the requested material can be safely photocopied at the discretion of Archives & Special Collections staff, we can provide either a traditional photocopy (hardcopy) or multipage PDF (image). If the item cannot be safely copied, then we can provide JPG images of each page for $1.00 per image (depending on item type and fragility).

Photographic Print Reproduction

Up to 5 x 7 Black/White or Color	$23
Up to 8 x 10 Black/White or Color	$30
Up to 11 x 14 Black/White or Color	$45
Up to 16 x 20 Black/White or Color	$100
Up to 18 x 24 Black/White or Color	$115

Prints are created from digital files, therefore dimensions may not be exact. Additional sizes are available on request. Reproductions are available in a glossy or matte finish with or without borders.

Digital Images (professional/publication quality)

Manuscript/Book Page (TIF)	$5
Photographic Image (TIF)	$25
Map Plate (TIF)	$25

All digital files are delivered electronically unless otherwise specified.

Map/Blueprint Reproduction

Prices vary from $100 to $200 depending on original map dimensions. All requests and pricing will be verified with the requestor prior to the order being completed. Please allow 4-6 weeks for completion. Rush requests will incur an additional fee and may not be available.

Audio/Video Duplication

Oral History Interview	$20 per interview
DVD Copy (from existing DVD or digital copy)	$25 per DVD
Audiocassette Duplication (tape to tape)	$15 first tape; $5 each additional cassette
Audio File (from existing digital copy)	$10 per file/title; $3 each additional file/title
Audio Transfer	Pricing on Request
Film Transfer	Pricing on Request
Video Transfer	Pricing on Request

Requestors pay all associated costs for audio, video, and film transfers. Delivery of the completed project will be in the format of the requestor’s choice. Please allow a minimum of 4-6 weeks for transfers to be completed. Rush requests will incur an additional fee and may not be available.

Shipping Charges

United States	Flat charge of $10
Foreign	Flat charge of $25
Orders over $150	Flat charge of $30

Shipping prices are for within the continental United States. Rush delivery is available for an additional cost. Most services take 10-15 business days to complete unless otherwise noted.

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