The library has access to many repositories that focus on primary source materials that relate to Visual Arts dating back to early history and running up until the present. On this page you will find a list of some of our recommended resources as well as a helpful video describing what primary sources can include. Depending on your research topic Special Collections and Archives here at Brock might be a great resource to explore as well.
Primary Sources
Explore these databases for manuscripts, diaries, letters, government documents, memoirs, oral histories, photographs, and other printed and visual primary source materials.
Primary Documents and Personal Narratives 1960-1974.
Find diaries, letters, autobiographies and other memoirs, written and oral histories, manifestos, government documents, memorabilia, and scholarly commentary.
Digital images from the Getty available free of charge. Rights are held by the Getty or are in the public domain and can be used for any purpose. No permission is required.