Special Collections
Service disruption
We are aware of disruption to the cultural collections catalogue and some of our webpages (our collections, subject themes, research spotlights).
We're working hard to fix the issue and apologise for the inconvenience.
Explore Cultural Collections
Learn about Cultural Collections at the Brotherton Research Centre. Explore what we hold in the collection and how to plan your visit.
Use the collections
Everyone is welcome to come to visit us and use our collections. Find out what you need to know about handling materials and making use of our copying and digitisation services.
For staff
Teaching support
We support teaching through teaching sessions, research seminars, and group study sessions. You can also download one of our teaching packs or use our online resources in your teaching.
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Research support
Researchers at all levels are welcome to use our resources, and we actively encourage the use of Cultural Collections material as the main subject of academic research.
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Galleries
Leeds University Library Galleries showcase the University’s remarkable collections of art and artefacts in two galleries: Treasures of the Brotherton and The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery. Located in the Parkinson Court, they are open to the public and free to enter.