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Research Requests

Public Archives and Research Library (PARL) staff is happy to help with questions by telephone, e-mail, fax or regular mail. Requests are answered in the order received, regardless of the format in which they arrive.


There is no fee for basic reference services, such as explaining PARL policies and procedures, describing collection holdings, or discussing possible research strategies.  Click here for a complete listing of all fees that apply to requests requiring staff to access finding aids and collections, search for information, or provide copies.

Please use the form below to submit a query by e-mail.

Reference question
(In order to expedite the processing of your request please be as specific as possible and include dates, places, and individual's full names. There is a 500 character limit – approximately 75 words.)

Do you agree to the fees discussed above?



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Please do not send your requests to multiple staff members, your request will be forwarded appropriately.

If you prefer conventional mail, send your request to

Idaho State Historical Society
Public Archives and Research Library
2205 Old Penitentiary Road
Boise, Idaho 83712

If you have an inquiry regarding hours, services, fees, or holdings not answered by our website, you may call (208) 334-3356.

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