The Special Collections Unit has played a stewardship role in the acquisition and preservation of the Department of Library Services’ rare and valuable information resources since 1932, when it was first decided to build an Africana collection. We curate various collections including our Africana Collection, focussing on geographical, historical, or cultural development of Africa south of the Sahara, the UP Publications (TUK) Collection, comprising all publications produced by or about the University of Pretoria, and the Reserved Collection of non-Africana books of antiquarian and preservation value.

The Special Collections Unit is offering a series of behind-the-scenes-tours to learn more about our collections and see some of our unique items. Tours will last approximately one hour, from 13:30 to 14:30, and will be limited to 15 people so please register at the relevant link below to secure your place!

Thursday 25 May

Register here: https://up-za.libcal.com/event/10753068

Friday 28 July

Register here: https://up-za.libcal.com/event/10753073

Friday 25 August

Register here: https://up-za.libcal.com/event/10753074

Friday 29 September

Register here: https://up-za.libcal.com/event/10753075

Thursday 26 October

Register here: https://up-za.libcal.com/event/10753078

Meet at the Special Collections Reading Room 5.51 on level 5 of the Merensky 2 Library. See you there!

For more information contact Nikki Haw