Special Collections

Details about Collections

Materials found in Special Collections include rare books, original manuscripts, maps, microforms, photostats, transcripts and architectural collections on a variety of topics. Some Special Collections materials have been obtained through unique, individual agreements and may be subject to restrictions on their use.

Finding Aids

Finding aids to the principal collections are available here. Some of our finding aids to manuscript materials are also available on the Internet through the Virginia Heritage Project.

Principles of Freedom (opens in a new window)

The Pat and Jerry B. Epstein American History Document Collection are featured in these pages about Virginia's role in the forging of a new nation.

Digital Selections

Sample pages and illustrations from rare books and manuscripts.

New Acquisitions

Recently acquired materials are featured.