Special Collections & University Archives
Special Collections & University Archives acquire, preserve and provide access to UVic historical records, rare printed materials and other primary source materials. We support research and learning by UVic's students, faculty and the general public.
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- lower level of the Mearns - McPherson Library
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Contact us
- email speccoll@uvic.ca
- email archives@uvic.ca
- call us: 250-721-8257

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What's new
Teaching the history of the book as an object for rethinking history education
May 2, 2025
Special Collections and University Archives holds a unique collection of textbooks used in British Columbia’s public schools since the province joined the Confederation of Canada in 1871....
Acquisition of Kinship enriches artists' books collection
October 1, 2024
Special Collections & University Archives is pleased to share the news of the recent artists' book acquisition, Kinship, by Islam Aly, 2024. Kinship is a thought-provoking and beautiful volume,...
The unbuilt campus: William West's MacLaurin fountain
June 25, 2024
The founding of University of Victoria over 60 years ago was marked by a campus with a distinct modernist art and architectural style. Notable buildings, public art and other features from the...