Laurier Archives and Special Collections
Laurier Archives and Special Collections holds unique archives, special collections, and rare books. Our collecting emphasis is on Wilfrid Laurier University, the environmental conservation movement in Canada, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada and its Eastern Synod, music in Kitchener-Waterloo, and the history of Waterloo Region.
The Julia Hendry Reading Room is located on the first floor of the Waterloo campus Library (L1-122). Our holdings are non-circulating, and all material must be accessed in the Julia Hendry Reading Room.
Appointments are not necessary to visit the Julia Hendry Reading Room, however, they are recommended to ensure the material you would like to consult is ready for your visit. Please email libarch@wlu.ca to request material and to make an appointment. Appointments are available Monday to Friday, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
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Laurier Archives and Special Collections hosts an annual Spring Lecture on a topic connected to our collections.
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