Parent Institution
Site Type
Supervisor Name(s)
Sean Noel, PhD
Supervisor Title(s)
University Archivist
Supervisor Email(s)
Department Address
Boston University Libraries
Mugar Memorial Library
771 Commonwealth Avenue, Floor 5
Boston, MA 02215
Mugar Memorial Library
771 Commonwealth Avenue, Floor 5
Boston, MA 02215
ADA Compliant
Yes
Parking
No
Transportation
Green Line, "B" Train, Close to BU Central
Site Description
The Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center is the University’s central repository for archives, personal papers, and rare books. Its collections include the papers of notable individuals, the records of organizations, and a wide array of rare books.
The Center includes the University Archives, History of Nursing Archives, and Personal Papers of Cultural Figures from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
At the heart of the Center’s mission is the preservation of cultural heritage. By fostering a deeper understanding, promoting inclusivity, and strengthening connections within communities, the Center supports academic and civic engagement. Through its commitment to learning and scholarship, it ensures that the richness of diverse traditions and histories continues to inform and inspire future generations.
The Center includes the University Archives, History of Nursing Archives, and Personal Papers of Cultural Figures from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
At the heart of the Center’s mission is the preservation of cultural heritage. By fostering a deeper understanding, promoting inclusivity, and strengthening connections within communities, the Center supports academic and civic engagement. Through its commitment to learning and scholarship, it ensures that the richness of diverse traditions and histories continues to inform and inspire future generations.
Website URL
https://www.bu.edu/library/gotlieb-center/