University of New England

Westbrook College History Collection

The Westbrook College History Collection documents and preserves the history of Westbrook Seminary (1831-1925), Westbrook Seminary & Junior College (1925-1933), Westbrook Junior College (1933-1970), Westbrook College (1970-1996), and the Westbrook College Campus of the University of New England. Published and non-published sources, records, documents, personal papers, scrapbooks, memorabilia, photographs, images and artifacts provide permanent and enduring commentary on the founding, development, organization, management and achievements of the institution.

Sources within the Westbrook College History Collection extend back to 1842, and support historical research, knowledge and scholarship in secondary and higher education, and in 19th and 20th century social and cultural history. Collection finding aids include a Guide to the College History Room; a listing of Headmasters, Principals and Presidents of the Institution with approximate tenure dates; a brief History of Westbrook College; and an overview of the Westbrook College Grounds and Architecture.

The Collection is housed within the Abplanalp Library, Westbrook College Campus of the University of New England in Portland, Maine. The public services staff provides research support and access to this special collection and welcomes inquiries and visits.
 
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