The Rare Book Room at the Central Library is home to significant collections of early printed and original books and manuscripts. In total, the Rare Book Room houses more than 5,000 literary and historic manuscripts and letters. To highlight some of the unique materials that are not normally on public display, the Rare Book Room creates timely displays of materials three to four times per year. These displays are often in conjunction with and complementary to the display in the Ring of Knowledge.
Past Displays...
Now On Display: Darwin: The Origin of Influence November 9 - February 12, 2010 --> Charles Darwin is recognized as a visionary and the most important naturalist of modern science. To commemorate the 150th anniversary of the publication of Charles Darwin’s revolutionary book, On the Origin of Species, the University at Buffalo Libraries and the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library present a collaborative exhibition of rare books and archival materials which examines Darwin’s personal and scientific precedents and reveals his influence on post-Origin literary works. The Buffalo Zoo is a partner in creating the complete experience of Darwin: The Origin of Influence. |
 
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