MSUM Archives

05/01/2026

University Archivist Trista Raezer-Stursa was interviewed by Prairie Public about the Red River Valley History Papers Collection at the MSUM Archives.

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04/28/2026

02/09/2026

It’s Valentine’s week, and we’re sharing the love! Here are a few things we love about Livingston Lord Library:
✔️ Academic and research support services
✔️ Libby
✔️ Our student workers

What do you love about the library? Let us know in the comments! ❤️

📷 Photo courtesy of the MSUM Archives , UA 3-1 Buildings and Grounds.

11/19/2025

Happy Weld Wednesday!

Dragons have always prided themselves on creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning. This excerpt from the MSUM Archives features a Forum article dated May 3, 1962, highlighting three students who built a custom stereo system for Weld Hall. Borrowing materials from other departments and building anything they couldn't find or buy, the system was made possible by the students' curiosity and resourcefulness.

"It was entirely student planned and installed," said Walter Brown, the Audio Visual Center Director at the time.

Watch for more Weld stories as we continue Weld Wednesdays. And feel free to do your own investigating of the university's past by visiting the MSUM Archives.

11/14/2025

Looking for some obscure campus lore to impress your friends and family this holiday season? 🐉

Stop by the MSUM Archives on the 4th Floor of the library, or email us at [email protected].

From the 1920s & 30s athletic uniforms to the inner workings of Student Senate in the 1960s, we’ve got stories waiting for you! ⛹️‍♀️🏛️

Bring your questions and curiosity—we’ll provide the research assistance and historic documentation.

📷 Photos courtesy of MSUM University Archives

11/08/2025

10/31/2025

10/27/2025

Thursday, Nov. 6 | 4 p.m. | Livingston Lord Library 103

10/02/2025

Celebrate Minnesota State Moorhead Homecoming Week with us! 🎉

Stop by the library to check out the new MSUM Archives display and explore how Dragons have celebrated through the years.

Go Dragons! 👑🐉🔥

📷 Photos courtesy of University Archives: UA 7-1 Artifacts & UA 9-2 Homecoming