Collections
Information on historical and special collections in the holdings of the University and State Library of Münster (ULB).
Digital collections
The University and State Library of Münster offers you access to digital documents (books, journals, newspapers ...) in various portals.
Newspapers
The University and State Library of Münster has one of the largest newspaper collections in Germany.
FID Benelux
Supported by the German Research Foundation (DFG), the ULB Münster hosts the Specialised Information Service FID Benelux / Low Countries Studies.
Westfalica
In addition to research and reference volumes required by the university, the ULB Münster also collects significant writings and publications from Germany's Westphalia region.
European Documentation Centre
The ULB's Social Sciences Branch Library is home to the European Documentation Centre (EDZ), one of 600 such facilities worldwide.
Personal papers and collections
The ULB collections include over 160 sets of personal papers and collections dedicated to specific individuals or subjects.
Manuscripts
Following its research and preservation focus, the ULB holds a fascinating collection of medieval and modern manuscripts.
Historical prints
In its capacity as state library, the ULB also preserves historical libraries and collections and makes their contents accessible.
Music collection
The ULB's music collection consists of historical sheet music prints, composer's manuscripts, and the personal papers of musicians and composers.
Map collection
The ULB holds many 'modern' maps for borrowing and perusal, as well as historical maps, which can be viewed by appointment only.