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Rare Books and Special Collections
King James Bible exhibition at RBSC
The 1611 appearance of a new English translation of the Bible, known variously as the Authorized Version or the King James Version, is a landmark of cultural and religious history. In celebration of the 400th anniversary of this event, Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC), in collaboration with the Vancouver School of Theology, Regent College [...]
Civil War exhibition at RBSC
An exhibition of UBC Library items related to the American Civil War is now on display at Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC). April 12, 2011 marked the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War. The first major battle took place in July 1861, and for four years war the Union (North) and [...]
Chung Collection covered in Montecristo
The Chung Collection, a designated national treasure, is covered in the Spring 2011 issue of Montecristo magazine. The story profiles Dr. Wallace Chung and his passion for collecting, and highlights his donations to UBC and the Vancouver Maritime Museum. You can view the article here: Chung Collection The Chung Collection was donated to UBC Library [...]
Canadian flag exhibition at RBSC
Canadiana enthusiasts can take in an exhibition that highlights the history of the Canadian flag, the flag debates of the first half of the 20th century and the now-familiar Maple Leaf flag. The exhibit, which runs until March 9, is at UBC Library’s Rare Books and Special Collections division, located on the lower level of [...]
Rare books talk reviewed in Artswire
A review of a recent talk about rare books at UBC Library appears in Artswire, the UBC Faculty of Arts newsfeed. The talk was presented by Ralph Stanton, Head of the Library’s Rare Books and Special Collections division. You can view the article here, and find out more about Rare Books and Special Collections at [...]
Arts Wednesdays: Rare Books and Special Collections
Come out on Wednesday, February 9 for a fascinating talk on rare books at UBC Library, courtesy of the Arts Wednesdays program. What determines a “rare” book? What authors and topics are included in this exclusive designation? Who collects rare books and why? Join Ralph Stanton, Head of Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC) at [...]
London Low Life at UBC Library
UBC Library is pleased to announce a new addition to its Adam Matthew digital collections: London Low Life. “This wonderful digital collection brings to life the teeming streets of Victorian London, inviting students and scholars to explore the gin palaces, brothels and East End slums of the 19th century’s greatest city.” This collection will be [...]
‘Tis the Season at UBC Library
Feeling festive? Then make sure to visit ’Tis the Season, a winter holiday-themed exhibition now on display at UBC Library’s Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC) division. ’Tis the Season collects both local and international works for the holiday season, and features modern and classical highlights from RBSC’s holdings. The exhibition includes first editions, as [...]
Through the Barbarian Eye: November 1-22
A gorgeous collection of work from one of BC’s finest master printshops is on display for the next three weeks at UBC Library. Through the Barbarian Eye: An exhibition of works from Barbarian Press features an array of material from this Mission, BC-based master printer – including early correspondence, stunning samples of works produced throughout [...]
