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10/21/2026

As pretty as a postcard 💌

These historic postcards of Carolina’s campus are a part of two collections in Wilson Special Collections Library: the North Carolina Postcard Collection and the Durwood Barbour Collection of N.C. Postcards. You can learn browse these collections online through the link in our bio.

The University Library is pleased to announce the appointment of Danielle Shirilla as Digital Projects and Outreach mana...
10/21/2026

The University Library is pleased to announce the appointment of Danielle Shirilla as Digital Projects and Outreach manager at the North Carolina Digital Heritage Center (NCDHC).

The NCDHC works with archives, museums and cultural heritage institutions across the state to digitize historic materials and make them available online. Danielle will serve as the main point of contact for these partners, organizing the loan of materials for and coordinating the Center's digitization work. She will also engage in outreach and education, develop new partnerships and consult on digital library best practices.

Learn more about Danielle: https://library.unc.edu/news/appointment-digital-projects-and-outreach-manager/

Celebrate Family Weekend at Carolina by visiting the iconic Wilson Library!On Saturday, Oct. 24, visitors to the library...
10/20/2026

Celebrate Family Weekend at Carolina by visiting the iconic Wilson Library!

On Saturday, Oct. 24, visitors to the library will have the chance to see the exhibition “Witnesses to the Revolution: North Carolina and the War for Independence”. The collection is a partnership between the University Library and the North Carolina Museum of History and showcases more than 50 items illustrating how North Carolinians shaped the Revolutionary period. Curators will be present for conversations and questions.

Additionally, our newest exhibition “The Touch of Art: American Book Design 1890-1930” will be on view, and two special displays including our 509-year-old edition of The Odyssey and political memorabilia from North Carolina will also be showcased.

Visitors are also invited to see the Fearrington Reading Room, one of the most iconic spaces on Carolina’s campus.

See you on Saturday, Tar Heels!

Join the Library for a special exhibition viewing and talk commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutio...
10/15/2026

Join the Library for a special exhibition viewing and talk commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.

Kathleen DuVal, Carl W. Ernst Distinguished Professor of History and recipient of a 2025 Pulitzer Prize for "Native Nations: A Millennium in North America," will share insights into North Carolina's role in revolution. The evening also includes a book signing and a viewing of the Wilson Library exhibition "Witnesses to the Revolution: North Carolina and the War for Independence,” produced in partnership with the North Carolina Museum of History.

The celebration takes place on Oct. 22 at 6:30 p.m. It is free and open to all – hope to see you there!

Today's Library Discover Hour has been postponed – please stay tuned for a new date.Your registration will carry over, a...
10/09/2026

Today's Library Discover Hour has been postponed – please stay tuned for a new date.

Your registration will carry over, and we will notify you when a new time is confirmed.

And if you haven't signed up yet, you still can! Join us as University Landscape Architect Daniel Widis and University Historian Nicholas Graham discuss the campus landscape and what the archival record tells us about it.

The virtual event is free and open to the public. You can register at: https://calendar.lib.unc.edu/event/17377181

Do you know a University Library employee who has gone above and beyond? Worked with you solve a challenging problem? Pr...
10/09/2026

Do you know a University Library employee who has gone above and beyond? Worked with you solve a challenging problem? Provided excellent customer service?

There's one week left to nominate them for a University Library Employee Award!

We invite nominations from the campus community and all who use Carolina’s libraries. Submit your nominations by October 16, 2026: https://library.unc.edu/news/nominate-a-library-employee-for-annual-awards/

Longtime head of University Archives Nicholas Graham has a new addition to his title. He is now University Historian and...
10/08/2026

Longtime head of University Archives Nicholas Graham has a new addition to his title. He is now University Historian and Head of University Archives and Records Management.

This new title formalizes the work Graham does to help the entire Carolina community engage with the University's history.

go.unc.edu/UniversityHistorian

Library Discovery Hour returns tomorrow, Oct. 9, at 12 p.m. Join the Library for a deep dive into Carolina's campus itse...
10/08/2026

Library Discovery Hour returns tomorrow, Oct. 9, at 12 p.m. Join the Library for a deep dive into Carolina's campus itself ahead of University Day.

University Landscape Architect Daniel Widis and University Archivist Nicholas Graham will discuss the campus landscape and what the archival record tells us about it.

The virtual event is free and open to the public, but you'll need to complete a quick registration to join. Sign up now: https://calendar.unc.edu/event/library-discovery-hour-671

Calling all students interested in creating artistic works of any kind! You can now apply for the Artists in the Archive...
10/06/2026

Calling all students interested in creating artistic works of any kind! You can now apply for the Artists in the Archives Fellowship!

The fellowship gives you both financial and research help for your creative work. As an award recipient, you’ll receive a stipend, personalized guidance on using our special collections and support from Library staff to help you bring your project to life.

Learn more and apply by October 25!
https://library.unc.edu/news/artists-in-the-archives-student-fellowship-apply-now/

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