University of Toronto : Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library

The Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library houses the Department of Rare Books and Special Collections including books, manuscripts and other materials; and the University of Toronto Archives and Records Management Services (UTARMS), which holds the official records of the University. The present building was opened in 1973. It is named in honour of Thomas Fisher (1792-1874), who came from Yorkshire to Upper Canada in 1821 and settled by the Humber River. There he operated a grist mill, and played an active role in the public life of the community. In 1973 his great- grandsons, Sidney and Charles Fisher, donated to the Library their own collections of Shakespeare, various twentieth century authors, and the etchings of the seventeenth century Bohemian artist, Wenceslaus Hollar. Since that time the Library has grown to approximately 600,000 volumes and 2500 linear metres of manuscript holdings.
Located on the 2nd floor of Robarts
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[@folio1701]

What a beautiful setting for today's Star Trek Discovery episode!🖖🏿

[@AJ-jf2ui]

This is a gem.

[@emmanuelagudo4918]

The Robarts Library introduce me to the habit of reading books. I remember that initial spark of curiosity when you see those preserved manuscript from the late 15th and 16th century, and I didn't know by then that is the beginning of a lifelong romance. It is all thanks to the library people that keeps such a wonderful inspiration alive and well.

[@Globalman43]

I’m here because of Star Trek Discovery and kudos to Star Trek to show the importance of books that still is important even in the 32nd century.

[@twinsfactory1951]

good presentation Ann! Thank you... nice to watch :-)

[@alainlheureuxgraal]

fantastique!

[@SoapyFae]

how does one get to work in this magical place?

[@36nibs]

I want to read that Alice in Wonderland book😭