Old Library: Manuscripts

Magdalene Old Library will be opening its doors to the public during spring.

The April exhibition will focus on Manuscripts. From beautifully-decorated medieval devotional texts to fascinating modern autograph manuscripts and calligraphy, the display will sample just some of the College's broad collection of handwritten materials.

Distinct from the Pepys Library, the Old Library has housed the historic books of the College in First Court since the fifteenth century, in what was the medieval Prior's residence.

As well as enjoying the historic, book-lined rooms, Visitors will see displays of items from the College's special collections and archives, which are not normally seen in public.