History

The Baylor Collections of Political Materials is part of Baylor University Libraries, functioning as a research facility which collects congressional records and personal papers related to the political history of Central Texas. It was established in 1979 in honor of Congressman W.R. Poage, Baylor alumnus and retired public official whose career spanned over fifty years.

The BCPM currently houses the papers of twelve former members of Congress, six Texas legislators, five judges, an editorial cartoon collection, extremist organizations' materials, one Lieutenant Governor's papers, and records of the McLennan County Democratic Party. In addition, the BCPM contains a map collection, an extensive campaign materials collection, and a 8,000 volume book collection focusing on Congress, political history, and areas of public policy.

Mission Statement

The Baylor Collections of Political Materials (BCPM) in the W. R. Poage Legislative Library supports programs designed to inform and educate students, scholars, and the general public on the history of Congress, the legislative process, and current issues facing both local, state and national governments.

The BCPM encourages the preservation of materials that document the work of government, including the papers of U.S. congressional representatives, Texas state legislators, and judges, and supports programs that make those materials available for educational and research use.

Location

The Baylor Collections of Political Materials is located in the W.R. Poage Legislative Library between Moody and Jones libraries. | Campus Map|

Hours

Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Holidays: Closed