Identity area
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Corporate body
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University of King's College Library Special Collections
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Description area
Dates of existence
1789 - Present
History
The history of the Library's Special Collections dates from the founding of the University, when the Library was referred to as the Library Hall and Museum. The Museum was part of Convocation Hall, built in Windsor around 1865 to house the Library. It consisted of a series of "curiosities" and rare books that were donated to and collected by the College. The design of the new Library, opened in Halifax in 1991, includes both a gallery and Archives.
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Relationships area
Related entity
University of King's College Library (1799 - Present)
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hierarchical
Type of relationship
University of King's College Library controls University of King's College Library Special Collections