Local History Collection

About The Collection

College of the Siskiyous Library has developed a special collection of research materials about the people, places and events in the history of Siskiyou County and the surrounding region. The collection consists primarily of books, articles, photographs, prints, manuscripts, and audio-visual materials. Cataloged items can be found in the Library's online catalog.
Another special collection of the COS Library is the Mount Shasta Collection, with research material about the Mount Shasta volcano.

List of Siskiyou County Newspapers on Microfilm

Using The Collection

Materials in the Local History Collection must be used in the library, although many of the books in the Local History Collection have duplicate copies in the circulating collection.

Researchers are required to register for "day use" of the collection.

Fragile items, or information protected by restrictions, may not be available for use or for duplication. Materials must not be subjected to any risk of damage during their use, such as food, drink, ink, rough handling, etc.

Since many of the materials are not cataloged or loosely organized, it is important to contact the Library first to determine if the desired information is available. It may take some time for Library staff to locate certain items or information.

Library staff can provide limited reference research to those who request information by telephone, mail, fax or e-mail.

Contacting The COS Library

Telephone: (530) 938-5331
Fax: (530) 938-5226