University Archives

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The Villanova University Archives are the official depository for the permanent records of the university. Archival material include manuscripts, printed materials, documents, letters, papers, reports, scrapbooks, photographs, news clippings, posters, recordings, memorabilia / artifacts, and any other permanent documentary materials that are University related. These records are deemed permanent because of their legal, fiscal, administrative, or historical value.

The Archives were established to collect, preserve, appraise, describe, organize and make accessible all permanent records in whatever form made or received in connection with the transaction of university affairs. It is the responsibility of the Archives to document the operations, policies and programs of Villanova University. In effect, the Archives serve as the institutional memory of the University.

Access Policies: Circulation

Hours of Availability

For more information on materials held in the University Archives and for arranging a donation or transfer of materials, please contact the University Archivist, Fr. Dennis J. Gallagher, O.S.A. between 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday at (610) 519-4133.

Reproduction

All photocopying of archival materials must be performed by the Archives staff. Copyright and confidentiality restrictions are observed. Fees may apply.