About
Special collections within a library represent treasures of cultural heritage, intellectual curiosity, and historical significance. These curated repositories house rare books, manuscripts, archives, artifacts, and other unique materials that offer profound insights into diverse aspects of human civilization. From ancient manuscripts to modern-day ephemera, each item within these collections serves as a window into different epochs, societies, and disciplines. By preserving and making accessible these invaluable resources, libraries not only enrich scholarly research but also foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of our shared past. Special collections spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and serve as catalysts for interdisciplinary exploration, ensuring that the tapestry of human knowledge continues to flourish for generations to come.
Contact
Adri Jansen
Special Collections
Adri.Jansen@nwu.ac.za | +27 (0)18 285 2422
Potchefstroom Campus,Building E7
Our Collections
Africana
- Cape Archives: 1806-1827
- Carney Africana collection
- Cloete manuscripts
- Collection of old and recent Afrikaans literature, literary criticism and linguistics
- Hertzog collection
- Ossewabrandwag archive
- The Postma collection
- Rare books
- Volkspele
- Concentration camps for German citizens (WWI & WWII)
- Willie Paul Karl Lange Interview - Behind Barbed Wire
Theology Collections
De Klerk Collections
- FW de Klerk Collection
- Wimpie de Klerk Collection