Every so often it’s good to take a moment to pause and appreciate the many activities that have occurred in Special Collections and the people who’ve made them happen. We’ve had a busy semester and some great opportunities to connect ...
We are very pleased to announce the recent acquisition of the 1859 third octavo edition of John James Audubon’s Birds of America. This seven-volume set includes 500 hand-colored lithographic plates of American birds and will be used widely in classes ...
This fall marks the diamond anniversary of the University’s founding. Seventy-five years ago, on September 30, 1946, Triple Cities College, a satellite school of Syracuse University opened its doors. Located in nearby Endicott, New York, the college was established after ...
Come have a look at some of the cool items the department has acquired over the past year! Our New Acquisitions exhibit is open in the Special Collections lobby, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through the end ...
Special Collections is now open to all internal and external patrons for in-person research, by appointment. Our hours are Monday-Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except on certain holidays. We will also continue to provide online assistance whenever possible ...
The Changing Hands blog series explores the backstories of books in Special Collections by focusing on the marks left behind by those who owned, read, or sold them before they were acquired by the Binghamton University Libraries. Late last summer ...
The Changing Hands blog series explores the backstories of books in Special Collections by focusing on the marks left behind by those who owned, read, or sold them before they were acquired by the Binghamton University Libraries. Inscriptions written in ...
From bookplates, ownership inscriptions and marginalia to bespoke bindings and notes left by booksellers and librarians, many volumes in Special Collections bear the evidence of those who owned, read, or sold them prior to their arrival here at Binghamton University. ...
Officially commemorated since 1976, but with its origins in the early 1900s, Black History Month celebrates the frequently unacknowledged contributions of African Americans throughout the nation’s history. During this year’s Black History Month, Special Collections will spotlight items in its ...
We welcome your visit whether it is in person or virtually. In order to protect the health of patrons and staff, we will continue social distancing and other safety measures. During the semester Special Collections will be open by appointment ...