Collections unavailable during repository works to be returned to access from 16 April. Read more.
Helping you access the University of Melbourne's precious collections
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The University of Melbourne has a number of rare and valuable collections that are used for research, teaching and learning. As the collections require a specialist environment to preserve them for future generations, they are stored in secure areas.
This is where the Reading Room comes in: our staff retrieve collection items for you to view in a purpose-built supervised space.
We're here to help you access the following collections:
Reading Room Hours
Monday | 10.00am - 5.00pm |
Tuesday | 10.00am - 5.00pm |
Wednesday | 10.00am - 5.00pm |
Thursday | 10.00am - 5.00pm |
Friday | 10.00am - 5.00pm |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
The hours listed above are subject to change based on the academic calendar. The Reading Room is closed on University holidays.
- Address
- Reading Room
Level 3, Baillieu Library
The University of Melbourne
VIC 3010 - reading-room@unimelb.edu.au
- Phone
- +61 3 8344 5380
- Feedback
- If you wish to provide feedback, you can do so here. Feedback is confidential and can be provided anonymously. Our feedback policy is available here.
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Possible Service Disruptions Due to NTEU Members Strike
Some disruptions to Reading Room services may be experienced due to staff strike action from 9am to 1pm next Wednesday 9 May 2018.
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Return of Collections to Access Following Repository Works
Collections relocated offsite during repository redevelopment works will be returned to access from 16 April 2018.
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Update on Repository Works and Collections Return
The Reading Room is now in the process of finalising the shelving installation and configuration for the redevelopment of the repository space. Currently, the project is on track to see the return of collections and renewed availability anticipated by the end of March 2018.
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Important Notice: Special Collections Access Disruption
Access to Special Collections have been limited due to essential works relating to the development of Level 3 collection repositories.
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