elcome
to the Pacific Collection at the University of Hawaii at
Manoa Hamilton Library. We offer materials relating to the island
regions
of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. Internationally recognized for
the excellence of its holdings, the Pacific Collection contains over
100,000 volumes. Approximately 3,000 volumes are added to the
collection
each year. The Pacific Collection receives 1,200 journals and
periodicals
annually, subscribes to 33 newspapers, and has over 10,000 reel of
microfilm
materials. In addition, over 350 videotapes and other audiovisual
materials
concerning the Pacific Islands are located in the Wong AudioVisual
Center
in Sinclair Library.
NOTICE
REGARDING LIBRARY HOURS:
From December 2 through
December 10, 2009, repairs to cracks in the Hawaiian and Pacific
Collections reading room walls will be made. Attendant noise and dust may necessitate
closure of the reading room during all or some of this period. At
present, we are awaiting more information from the construction
contractor, and will post updates as they become available. Please check back here,
or on our departmental blog.
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