Learn more about the collections we care for. Search the Collections This page provides links to the relevant catalogues for each collection. Research Resources A selection of thematic resources for the University's collections. Printed Books Edinburgh University Library’s rare book collections are internationally important and include many books found nowhere else. The Centre for Research Collections (CRC) is an ideal place to conduct research on rare books. Archives and Manuscripts The University of Edinburgh holds some of the world’s most important archives and manuscript collections, providing unique resources for the study of a wide range of disciplines, cultures, technologies, people, and places. Art Collection Discover over 8,000 works of art collected over 400 years in the University Art Collection. Musical Instrument Collection Information about how to explore the collections including access to the online catalogue and instrument images. Lothian Health Services Archive (LHSA) Welcome to LHSA. We look after the historically important records of NHS Lothian hospitals and other health-related material, dating from 1594 to the present day. Recent Acquisitions Details of recent acquisitions to support teaching and research. Collection Images Over 40,000 items in the collections have been photographed by the Digital Imaging Unit. This article was published on 2024-08-21