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Special Collections: Art and Architecture Resources: Rare Books

This guide will help you navigate the art and architecture collections in the Department of Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation (RBSCP)

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Rare Books on Art & Architecture

The collection contains many books on built and landscape architecture and planning, primarily 16th-early 20th century, by authors including Vitruvius, Palladio, Batty Langley, Inigo Jones, Benjamin Asher, and others.

Assistant Director, Department of Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation

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Autumn Haag

Areas of Expertise

  • 19th Century Political History
  • 19th Century Social Justice and Activism
  • Black History and Culture
  • Literature
  • Rochester and Monroe County History
  • Women’s History
Contact:
Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation
Rush Rhees Library
Room 225
755 Library Road
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY 14627
585-275-9327
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