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Special Collections

Overview of Special Collections at Ashland University including Special Books and Archives

Exhibits and Displays

Since 2019, the Curator has been working to create displays for library visitors. They are created from the Collections that are on campus and tie into what is happening at the library. So far they have utilized the AU Library and Special Books collections to showcase on topics from different individual books to the Library itself. 

These displays are located on the Main Floor of the Ashland University Library. Keep an eye out for the next one!

Images

Outdoor display cases filled with underwater minutea

Explore the Unknown (2024-2025)

Outdoor Display case showing a yellow submarine illuminating the underwater world including a coral reef, animals made from books, and a treasure chest filled with library resources including crystalized books and gemstones as databases. There are also a few hidden book homages for those looking close)

Full view of two display cases filled with wizard of Oz themed display

Follow the Yellow Book Road (2022)

Outdoor two case display inspired by Wizard of Oz, but showing library offerings (Databases, Books, Advising, Reference Help)

Display of Vintage photos over purple and yellow backdrop

Library Past and Present

April 2021

Simplified version of a previous display showing Archival images of the different libraries that have served AU throughout the years

Display of Archival material and photos

From the Archives

February 2021

Images and memorabilia from the AU Archives that illustrate campus life at AU over the years

Red, blue stripe, with Stars, books on platforms

Presidential Pens

October 2020 to November 2020

The display offered information on the US Presidents and the written word during the Election Season. Also links to the many Presidential works in the General Collection and Special Collections.

Library Snapshot display with books and photos

Library Snapshot Display in Upper Convo

Installed July 2020

This display is in the Upper Convo building. It focuses on the AU Library history. Through photos and books it gives an impression of why libraries are important, and the Library's impact on AU.

Snow Queen Display Case

Cold As Ice: Snow Queen by Hand Christian Andersen

April 2020 to March 2020

This display gave background on Hans Christian Andersen as well as his work: The Snow Queen. 

Christmas Carol Display

Christmas Carol

November 2019 - December 2019

Display of from the Dickens section of the AU Library Special Collections showcasing the Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens - its history and some fun facts. On top were pulled copies from the General Collection to be checked out. 

 

 

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