The University of Manchester Library holds one of the finest collections of rare books, manuscripts, archives and visual collections in the world. These collections are mainly concentrated in the magnificent building on Deansgate, The John Rylands Research Institute and Library, in the centre of Manchester. They are also housed in the Main Library on the University campus and at the Ahmed Iqbal Ullah RACE Centre, in Manchester Central Library. This resource introduces the different types of materials found in Special Collections and explains how they can be used to support your studies. For general tips on accessing digital and physical collections and visiting our reading room, please look at our other blog resources.
Our Special Collections are both rich and vast. The following collections are an excellent place to begin exploring what's on offer with relation to Planning, Property and Environmental Management.
Maps, Travel and Discovery Collections
History of Art and Architecture Collections
Social and Political History Collections
