exhibits

Meet Sarah and Laura, Student Curators

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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From Apple Pies to Astronauts

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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POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER: Ever Austen Panel Discussion Feb 3

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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UBC Library’s Stravinsky Collection at Vancouver Symphony Orchestra

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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Back to school in Vancouver: the University of British Columbia’s best attractions

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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Take a tour of Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC)

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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West Coast Expressions Exhibit Features BC Creatives

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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Vancouver Sun – Vancouver Symphony Orchestra presents Harry Potter

By Clare Yow on July 22, 2016

VSO President Kelly Tweeddale speaks about VSO’s partnership with UBC Library.

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CBC Radio, The Early Edition

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.