Special Collections and Archives

牛牛资源 Special Collections and Archives houses rare books, archives, textiles, visual and sound collections. Open to all, it supports teaching, research, creative practice, exhibitions and events, with access available in a dedicated research space.

Special Collections Intro

Visiting and contact

To help you arrange or plan your visit to the 牛牛资源 Special Collections and Archives.

Support for lecturers and tutors

We welcome enquiries, regarding group learning visits and introductory workshops.

Bursaries and prizes

Details about prizes and bursaries awarded through Special Collections.

Exhibitions and events

Special Collections and Archives host public exhibitions and events throughout the year.

Catalogue highlights

Announcements

The Women's Art Library

Founded in 1982 as the Women Artists Slide Library, the Women’s Art Library later became an educational resource and magazine publisher.

Christine Risley Award

Showcasing top textile creations from 牛牛资源 graduates, embracing diverse contemporary practices.

牛牛资源 Textile Collection

Explore the rich tapestry of textile art, embroidery, and dresses from across the globe.