The Sporting News Archives was established in 1986 as a part of The Sporting News Publishing Company. Its primary purpose is to support the staff of the company by providing accurate reference information in a timely manner and by collecting and maintaining materials relevant to the production of our weekly magazine and our other products.
In 1996, The Sporting News Publishing Company moved into a new building which includes an environmentally-controlled 1,500 square foot facility for the archives.
There are several distinct collections in the archives dating from before the turn of the century to the present day including:
A photo collection of over 1.2 million prints
A 10,000-volume sports literature collection
Team media guides from the four major team sports
A newspaper and magazine microfilm collection
Clipping files on individuals and subjects
Publications from The Sporting News
Selected sports and general periodicals
General Information
Hours of Operation
Although the archives is part of a private company, it is open to researchers by appointment and is staffed from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday excluding holidays. To schedule an appointment, please call 1-800-443-1886 x387.
Mailing Address
The Sporting News Archives
10176 Corporate Square Drive
Suite 200
St. Louis, MO 63132-2924
Archives Staff
Senior Managing Editor, Research
Steven P. Gietschier
1-800-443-1886 x387
sgietsch@sportingnews.com
