A Guide to Folklore Resources

Folklore Resources on Campus

In the Library

Find Folklore Resources by Call Number
Lists call number ranges for print folklore resources.

Find Folklore Journals
A selected list of folklore related journals.

Find Folklore Encyclopedias & Guides
Reference folklore resources.

Find Special & Hidden Collections
Folklore related collections.

Around Campus

Folklore in Museums
Folklore artifacts found in University of Illinos at Urbana-Champaign's museums.

Folklore Related Student Activities
Folklore student organizations and activities.

What is folklore?

Folklore includes a range of expressive culture: stories, music, pottery, games, vernacular architecture, and much more. Learn more about folklore...

Genres of Folklore
A list of folklore genres as cited by folklore researchers.

Folklore as an Academic Discipline

Suggested Texts on Folklore and Folk Groups
Readings that define folklore.

Web Resources Defining Folklore
A selection of websites that offer various definitions of folklore.

About the Guide to Folklore Resources

The Guide to Folklore Resources was developed by Tracie Wilson, 2006-2007 CLIR Fellow and folklorist with technical assistance by Tabatha Becker, Reference and Web Resources Graduate Assistant.