Special Collections Request System (Aeon)

Welcome, all requests for UC Davis Archives and Special Collections materials are made through the Special Collections Request System (Aeon).

Researchers use a Special Collections Request (Aeon) account to:

Register online to use materials in Archives and Special Collections
Request books, journals/newspapers, manuscripts and archival materials via:
- Our online catalog Library Search
- Our finding aids on the Online Archive of California (OAC)
- A manual form for unprocessed collections
Submit requests in advance of a visit or while in Archives and Special Collections
Request duplication services (photocopies or scans)
Request permission to use (publish) Archives and Special Collections materials

The Special Collections Request System offers additional features for researchers, including the ability to:

Track the status of requests
Access research history, including past requests
Add personal tags to projects
Submit and approve duplication orders online

Anyone can create a free Aeon account to conduct research at Archives and Special Collections. See more instructions below.

Visit aeon.library.ucdavis.edu to get started!

Register with the Special Collections Request System

About Registration

Registration is free and easy. All users of Special Collections materials must register as a researcher prior to viewing or requesting materials. Materials in Special Collections are non-circulating and may...

Registration for UC Davis Students, Faculty and Staff (Kerberos Account)

1. Go to aeon.library.ucdavis.edu 2. Choose Aeon Logon for UC Davis Faculty, Staff and Students and click Logon. 3. Enter your Kerberos username and password. 4. Click the First Time Users...

Registration for Non-UC Davis affiliates

1. Go to aeon.library.ucdavis.edu 2. Choose Aeon Logon for Non-UC Davis Affiliates Only and click Logon. 3. Click the First Time Users button. 4. Scroll down to read the first time user registration...

Request Materials

About Requesting Materials

You must have an Aeon account to request Special Collections materials. Anyone can create a free Aeon account to conduct research at Archives and Special Collections. We have integrated Aeon...

How to request materials from the Library Search Catalog

1. Use Library Search catalog for Special Collections materials. Select “UC Davis Libraries” from the drop-down menu Select “Special Collections” from the second drop-down menu...

How to request Special Collections materials from a finding aid (OAC)

1. Manuscript and University Archives collections have finding aids on the Online Archive of California (OAC). 2. Via Library Search, under “Links” click the “OAC finding aid” link at the...

How to request materials from the Map Collection

Onsite Access The Map Collection is located on the lower level of Shields Library and is open Monday through Friday 1 PM to 5 PM except for University Holidays. The...

Cloning Requests

Requests in Aeon can be quickly cloned into new requests. This is most helpful when you want to request multi-volume sets or materials from the same collection/box. There can only...

Request Duplication Services (photocopies or scans) and Permissions To Use Collection Material

About Duplication Services and Permissions to Use

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...

Requesting Photocopies or Scans

Use your Aeon account to order photocopies or scanned images of collection materials. Below are multiple scenarios for how to submit your request. The turnaround time varies...

Frequently Asked Questions About Duplication/Permissions

How do I order a reproduction of an item I found online? Follow the steps outlined in the Requesting Photocopies or Scans page. What constitutes “personal research use” versus...