FAQs: ETRC

Physical Materials

At the East Texas Research Center (ETRC), we collect archival records that document the history and culture of the East Texas region. Donated collections range in date, size, and scope. All our collections have been generously donated by our community members. You may view some of our collections that have been digitized at the following link, https://digital.sfasu.edu/. Below is a general list of the kinds of materials collected at the archives. Please email us at asketrc@sfasu.edu or call 936-468-4100 and we can answer any questions you may have and to discuss your potential donation.

Types of materials accepted (pertaining to the East Texas region):

• Photographs
• Diaries / Journals
• Letters / Postcards / Other Correspondences
• Business / Club / Organization Records
• Books / Newspapers / Scrapbooks / Maps
• Audio-Visual Materials (oral histories, audio recordings, film, video)
• SFA-related material

Types of materials not typically accepted:

• Artifacts / Antiques
• Furniture
• Biological materials (hair, teeth, etc.)
• SFA Yearbooks
• Magazines

Monetary Donations

The ETRC works within a limited budget. Monetary donations allow us to hire workers to help with projects, purchase hardware, and buy archival materials to help maintain the collections. 

If you would like to donate online, please follow the below steps. It is important to do all steps to make sure that the funds go to the correct place.

1. Click here to be directed to the donate website (will open another window);
2. Choose which type of donation (one-time or recurring) and the amount;
3. In the drop-down box below that, choose Ralph W. Steen Library;
4. In the next box ("Specific Designation") type in East Texas Research Center. 
5. Fill out the rest of the information as required.

The East Texas Research Center appreciates any type or amount of donation, as this helps us grow our collections, maintain archival materials, and purchase needed materials. If you would like to discuss other contribution option (check, stock shares/ IRA distribution) please feel free to contact us.

If you are unsure about how or what to donate, please email us at asketrc@sfasu.edu or call 936-468-4100 and we would be happy to discuss your donation!