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By Jasmine Devonshire on March 14, 2017
The Cooper Robinson collection consisting of over 4,600 photographic prints, negatives, glass lantern slides, and postcards is one of the most valuable photographic records of this era.
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By michelle blackwell on March 3, 2017
Meet Sarah and Laura, the student curators behind From Apple Pies to Astronauts, an alphabet book exhibition.
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By michelle blackwell on February 27, 2017
Visit Rare Books and Special Collections’ new student-curated English language alphabet book exhibit, featuring books from the late 18th century to the present day.
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By michelle blackwell on January 9, 2017
Unfortunately, due to weather conditions, the Ever Austen panel event planned for this aft has been postponed. Revised date to come.
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By Jasmine Devonshire on September 27, 2016
The four case exhibition included photographs, letters and memorabilia from Stravinsky’s extraordinary life.
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By Clare Yow on September 15, 2016
UBC Library’s Chung Collection is cited by Lonely Planet as one of the top attractions to visit in Vancouver.
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By michelle blackwell on August 25, 2016
Take a tour of Rare Books and Special Collections collections every Thursday at 11 am.
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By Jasmine Devonshire on August 19, 2016
West Coast Expressions is a new exhibit is on display at Irving K Barber Learning Centre. The exhibit highlights eight influential British Columbia creative icons, spanning the industries of fine art, architecture and music.
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By Clare Yow on July 22, 2016
VSO President Kelly Tweeddale speaks about VSO’s partnership with UBC Library.
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By Clare Yow on July 22, 2016
Conductor Justin Freer on the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s performance of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
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