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UTRGV Special Collections & Archives
University Library, Brownsville (BLIBR 2.202)
One West University Boulevard
Brownsville, Texas 78520
(956) 882-7968

UTRGV University Library, Edinburg (ELIBR 4.100)
1201 W University Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539
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Eligio (Kika) de la Garza
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Eligio (Kika) de la Garza Congressional Papers

Browse the finding aid for Eligio "Kika" de la Garza, who served in the U.S. House of Representatives (1965–1996), representing the 15th Congressional District in South Texas.

Rubén Hinojosa
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Rubén Hinojosa Congressional Papers

Browse the finding aid for Rubén Hinojosa, who served in the U.S. House of Representatives (1997–2016), representing the 15th Congressional District in South Texas.

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Rio Grande Valley Oral Histories

Browse or search hundreds of digitized oral histories donated by faculty, staff, students, and community members in support of recording and preserving the lived experiences of others.

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Hidalgo County Historical Commission Collection

The collection consists of an array of research documentation supporting applications for historical sites as well as organizational files (bulk 1884–2000). Browse the finding aid to learn more.

John H. Shary
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John H. Shary Digital Collection

Browse the John H. Shary Digital Collection, including photographs and documents relating to John H. Shary (1872-1945), founder of Sharyland and pioneer of Texas Citrus.

Palo Alto/Mexican War
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Palo Alto/Mexican War Research Collection

Browse scanned letters, documents, and maps from the Palo Alto/Mexican War Research Collection in support of the Palo Alto National Historic Site in Brownsville, TX.

University Archives
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University Archives Digital Collection

The University Archives preserve the institutional memory of UTRGV and its legacy Institutions (1926–present). Browse or search digital items.

RGV Promotional Literature
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RGV Promotional Literature Collection

Promotional literature compiled from the 20th century relating primarily to development of and tourism in the lower Rio Grande Valley.

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Historical Newspapers & Newsletters

Browse our collection of historical newspapers and newsletters, including titles of regional, historical, and cultural significance.

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