The UM Library presents two talks on its unique collections: ‘The UM Library Archives and Rare Books collection’ by Matthew Cuschieri and ‘Cover to Cover: The Programm Tal-Festa as a Rich Resource of Melitensia’ by Katja Zahra Camilleri.

Cuschieri discusses the main tasks involved in acquiring and curating the Archives and Rare Books collection at UM Library, focusing on some highlights to illustrate the unique nature of the collection. Zahra Camilleri delves into the origins of the Kollezzjoni Programmi tal-Festa located at the Junior College Library. The contents of these publications, such as articles, advertisements, and programmes of events, are highlighted to showcase their significant research potential for both academics and the general public alike.