Archives and Special Collections (Boston) Community

The Archives and Special Collections Department is part of the Northeastern University Library. Its goal is to document the teaching, research, community service, and administrative functions of the University and to document student life. This goal is accomplished by collecting the historically significant records of the University. The Department also preserves and makes available the records of private, non-profit, community-based organizations that document diverse and under-documented populations.

Collection

Special Collections

Abstract: Special Collections preserves the history of Boston's social movements, including civil and political rights, immigrant rights, homelessness, and urban and environmental justice. The records document the history of Boston's African American, Chinese, LGBTQ, Latino and other communities, as well as Boston's public infrastructure, neighborhoods, and natural environments. Special Collections also includes rare books, faculty publications, and the Northeastern University Press collection. Most of these publications are searchable in Scholar OneSearch. Expand / collapse toggle

Collection

University Archives

Abstract: The Northeastern University Archives include the historical records and publications of Northeastern University - its colleges, centers, and administrative units. Among these materials are master theses and doctoral dissertations, as well as other Northeastern University Publications, including Northeastern University course catalogs, newspapers, photographs, and yearbooks. The Archives also preserves historical records of administrative and academic units, and selected individuals and outside organizations with ties to the University. Expand / collapse toggle