Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley
The Bancroft Library is the primary special collections library at the
University of California, Berkeley. One of the largest and most heavily
used libraries of manuscripts, rare books, and unique materials in the
United States, Bancroft supports major research and instructional
activities and plays a leading role in the development of the University’s
research collections.
Berkeley, CA
510-643-9498
http://lib.berkeley.edu/
Events At This Venue
Darwin and the Evolution of a TheoryTo commemorate the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin’s
birth and the 150th anniversary of the publication of The Origin of
Species, The Bancroft Library is mounting an exhibition of rare books,
manuscripts, images and scientific specimens drawn from the collections of
nine of UC Berkeley’s libraries and museums.
The exhibition runs August 13 to December 23, 2009. For Gallery hours visit the Libraries’ website at http://lib.berkeley.edu.
One Heck of a Birthday
A diverse celebration of Charles Darwin and evolution with lectures, performances, and educational programs from the world's foremost scientists, writers, thinkers, and artists.
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