The majority of the fifth floor of the Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center is currently closed for construction. Learn more about this renovation to the Zilberman Family Center for Global Collections, including how to request materials.

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Research Penn History

The University Archives supports all research into the history of the University of Pennsylvania. Archivists are available to answer reference questions and provide access to materials documenting this history of the university from its founding, including photographs, university memorabilia, significant departmental records, notable personal papers, and more.

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Archives Events

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September 9, 2026

Meet the Curators

Join us for this lunchtime program, where you will hear from four Penn curatorial staff about the collections they oversee.

  • 12:00pm - 1:30pm
  • Class of 1978 Orrery Pavilion, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center, sixth floor
Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff
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Staff Information

Resources for Staff Committees