SERIES I: Administrative (1930-1975) relates primarily to the operations of the Cranbrook Press and consists of correspondence, a record of orders (1932-1933) and examples of type styles used by the printers. In addition, some Cranbrook Photo Department records are contained in this collection, as it appears that at some point, the two departments were linked, at least structurally. These records include correspondence, end-of-year financial statements, and some invoices for materials purchased.

SERIES II: Publications (1915-c1968) is entirely composed of various publications printed by the Cranbrook Press. These consist primarily of newsletters and bulletins, informational booklets and guide books, some fictional works written by Booth family members, and several monographs. Also included is a series of booklets designed by Tamblyn and Tamblyn for a public relations campaign (1935-1936).