The C-SPAN records consist of materials created and collected by the C-SPAN Corporation and its founder Brian Lamb from the years 1809, 1978-2012. The materials created by C-SPAN originate from 1978-2012, with one antique newspaper from 1809 gifted to Lamb. The records document C-SPAN's functions as a broadcasting network, as well as its continuing engagement in the political and public affairs sphere of the United States.

The Cookbooks and cooking pamphlets collection includes pamphlets, booklets, and other printed materials published by a myriad of American food companies in order to advertise their products. The majority of the collection originates from the 1950s - 1960s.