The Brigham D. Madsen papers (1854-2000) contain diaries, correspondence, research files, and manuscripts. In addition, there is primary and secondary source material on the Northwestern Shoshone Indians, most particularly the Shoshone and Bannock, whose tribal lands are now limited to the Fort Hall Indian Reservation in Southeastern Idaho.

The Jerilyn S. McIntyre papers (1845-2015) consist of writings, research materials, teaching materials, administrative and professional materials. Jerilyn S. McIntyre is president emerita of Central Washington University and also holds emerita status as interim President, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and professor of communication at the University of Utah.