Research Center
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Closed for lunch 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Call (909) 798-7632
Email heritage@akspl.org
Photographs
The photograph collection has thousands of images that show the history and development of Redlands, the San Bernardino Valley, and Southern California.
Dating from as early as the 1850s to recent topographic maps, the map collection focuses on California, San Bernardino County, and the Redlands area.
The newspaper collection is one of the largest of local and regional newspapers in Southern California and includes numerous unique local offerings.
The pamphlet and ephemera collection contains thousands of items relating to Redlands, San Bernardino County, and California from the 1860s to the present.
Manuscripts
The California manuscript collection consists of thousands of documents written by significant historical figures. Subjects range from general California history to local history.
Community History
In dozens of oral and written histories, community members document their lives and experiences in Redlands. Available as both audio files and transcripts.
Objects
Dating to Redlands earliest years, the objects collection includes a wide variety of items that help inform researchers about the area’s interesting past.
Civil War Collections
Spanning from the late 18th century through Reconstruction, the collections of the Lincoln Memorial Shrine include objects, manuscripts, and much more.