General Research Requests
Submit a Request
General research requests may be submitted either online or by mail.
Submit a request online
Send a request by mailNo faxed or telephoned requests will be accepted.
The Research Center of the Montana Historical Society maintains a large collection of library, archival and photographic materials relating to the history of Montana and the West.
Fees & Payment
If you are unable to visit our Research Center to conduct your own research, our staff will answer general research questions for a small fee.Defining Your Search
The specific information you need us to find (i.e. a name, an event, a date, a document) and any sources you require us to search must be clearly defined in your request. Vague or otherwise poorly defined requests cannot be researched and will be returned!Submitting Your Request
You can submit your request online and pay with a credit card, or send your request by mail along with a check made payable to "Montana Historical Society Research Center" (see mailing address printed on form).Fullfillment
Research requests are handled in the order they are received. Turn-around time is 15-20 business days, dating from the receipt of payment.Libel, Privacy, & Copyright Concerns
Providing research information does not imply permission to publish it. The researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of libel, privacy, and copyright that may be involved in use of the collections. If you have questions about the reproduction policy, please email us.Contact Us
For questions about the Research Center and the services we provide, please contact the Research Center at 406.444.2681 or email mhslibrary@mt.govFor technical questions concerning the online payment portal, please contact our online services help desk at 406.449.3468 (toll-free 1.866.449.3468).
