Vertical Files | Oklahoma Historical Society Vertical Files | Oklahoma Historical Society Oklahoma Historical Society Vertical Files To search for vertical files, enter a topic, name, or keyword. Search Topical Files Search Biographical Files Order Copies To order copies of information found in vertical files, please use the printable order form (PDF) About Topical and Biographical Files The Research Center has more than 10,000 vertical files on a variety of subjects. As a general rule, vertical files do not hold original documents, but rather photocopies or secondary sources such as newspaper clippings. Vertical files may contain information in a variety of formats including: personal correspondence Works Progress Administration articles on places in Oklahoma research notes biographical information compiled family histories reproductions of records newspaper clippings magazine articles brochures, flyers, and pamphlets promotional materials The biographical vertical files offer information about individuals and families with Oklahoma connections. Files pertaining to a family are listed in the index under the family name—these may include brief, unbound, family histories donated by patrons. A special section has a file for each of Oklahoma’s governors from territorial times to statehood. Other biographical files include information on Oklahoma artists, authors, politicians, and other notable individuals. Accessing Vertical Files When visiting the Research Center, you can request the file and the staff will retrieve it for you. You may make photocopies from materials found in the folder. Patrons may also order copies of materials from vertical files. Research Center Visit The Gateway to Oklahoma History Genealogy Records Books Vertical Files American Indian Records Photographs Manuscripts Newspapers Maps Audio and Oral Histories Film and Video Search the Online Catalog Oklahoma Historical Society 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, Oklahoma City, OK 73105 405-521-2491 Site Index Press Room Get Updates in Your Inbox Keep up to date with our weekly newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe Now