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Gallery talk - Entwined: string games across cultures

Posted on Feb 21 2024 by a1198610

Delve deeper, into the research behind the University's latest exhibition Entwined: string games across cultures, with Dr Robyn McKenzie. This talk will explore threads from the collection of world-renowned string expert Honor Maude, cared for by the University Library.

Celebrate 50 Years Proud

L-R: Paul Paech, Sian Woolock (University Librarian), Kansas Bird, Will Sergeant, and Amy Dale (Exhibitions Coordinator), at the opening of the exhibition, all smiling at the camera.

Posted on Sep 20 2023 by a1198610

"50 Years Proud: Queerness on Campus" is an exhibition that takes visitors on a journey through time, chronicling events from 1972, including the tragic death of Dr. Duncan, to 1975, when homosexuality was decriminalised in South Australia. Join us in honoring the pioneering spirit of those who paved the way for LGBTQIA+ rights.

Celebrating the University of Adelaide Theatre Guild

A production by UATG, actors on the stage waiting by red curtains

Posted on Aug 28 2023 by a1198610

This year marks the University of Adelaide Theatre Guild’s 85^th anniversary. Join us as we celebrate this important milestone with a display highlighting the history and achievements of South Australia’s second oldest amateur theatre company.

140 years of Law

The Law 140 display on Level 1 of the BSL with glass cabinets containing various papers and artefacts

Posted on Jun 13 2023 by a1198610

Join us in celebrating the Adelaide Law School’s 140^th anniversary. Visit our two displays showcasing the rich history of the Law School through the use of special collections material.

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Portrait exhibition honours Aboriginal leader

Image shows the unveiling of Uncle Rodney O'Brien's portrait by Uncle Lewis O'Brien, Chancellor Catherine Branson, and Uncle Rodney

Posted on Jun 2 2022 by a1187338

A new portrait has been unveiled in the Barr Smith Library of Uncle Rodney (Rod) O’Brien, respected Kaurna Elder and Cultural Advisor at the University of Adelaide.

South Australia's History Festival at the Library

Letters patent (State Records of South Australia)

Posted on Apr 21 2022 by a1187338

As part of South Australia's History Festival, the University Library will showcase an exhibition of documents from the State Records of South Australia and our own Special Collections from the time of first European settlement to Federation in 1901.

Campuscapes

Posted on Oct 8 2021 by a1687532

View the campus through the ages, and discover what connections you have to the landscape at this exhibition.

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Play with Pride: Celebrating 125 years of Adelaide University Sport

Students walking past Play with Pride Exhibition image pasted up on brick wall

Posted on Aug 9 2021 by a1687532

Discover historical photos exhibited across the North Terrace Campus, showcasing 125 years of Adelaide University Sport. Chosen by key people in our sports community, each image has been thoughtfully selected from the University Archives for you to view.

William Morris and the Kelmscott Press in Adelaide

Posted on Jun 25 2021 by a1687532

Celebrating Kelmscott Press and marking this special occasion with a display of Kelmscott works, including the Kelmscott Beowulf and the Sire Degrauvant in historic fine bindings, two deluxe facsimiles of The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer, plus other rare, original Kelmscotts.

Reflections: Connecting to Country through Art

Posted on Oct 31 2020 by a1198610

Reflections: Connecting to Country through Art is an exhibition that highlights pieces from the University’s stellar Indigenous art collection. In collaboration with Wirltu Yarlu Aboriginal Education, the artworks on display have been selected by our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.