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VCU Libraries zine collection

 Collection
Identifier: M 560

Scope and Contents

The collection contains approximately 700 zines that were acquired from multiple sources and donors since the 1990s. Self-published by individuals or produced by small groups, the zines represent a wide range of genres including political, personal, DIY, and art zines among others. Many of the zines were created in Virginia or have a connection to Virginia Commonwealth University, but there are also hundreds of zines from other locations, primarily in the United States. Zines that were offered during the annual Richmond Zine Festival since its inception in 2007, are featured prominently in the collection.

Dates

  • Creation: 1979 - 2017

Access Restrictions

Collection is open to research.

Use Restrictions

There are no restrictions.

Extent

9.24 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

Zines are arranged alphabetically by title.

Acquisition Information

Donations received from multiple sources since the 1990s.

Title
A Guide to the VCU Libraries zine collection, 1985-2017
Subtitle
A Collection in Special Collections and Archives, James Branch Cabell Library, Collection number M 560
Status
Completed
Author
Special Collections and Archives staff
Date
2018
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the VCU James Branch Cabell Library Repository

Contact:
Special Collections and Archives 901 Park Avenue
Richmond Virginia 23284 USA US
(804) 828-1108