The UNT Health Archives, at the Gibson D. Lewis Health Science Library, is devoted to preserving and providing access to historical medical collections and the institutional records of UNT Health Fort Worth.
The UNT Health Archives collects, preserves, and provides access to the heritage of osteopathic medicine, documents the history of the university, and supports the research endeavors of UNT Health Fort Worth and public researchers.
History of the Archives
The UNT Health Archives began in 1982 under the curation of C. Ray Stokes and was known as Special Collections. Through a generous grant from the Mabee Petroleum Corporation, donations by numerous individuals, and the transfer of institutional records, the UNT Health Archives has grown steadily through the years. Today it encompasses 350+ linear feet of archival materials, digital collections, and 2,500+ volumes in the rare and historical books collection.
Archives Research Statement
The University Archives serve as the institutional memory of UNT Health and plays a vital role in the management of the institution’s evidentiary documents and resources in all formats. A strong archive is an integral component of, and an active partner to any thriving and accountable institution.
Collections
The Archives consists of archival collections, rare and historical books, and oral histories. Detailed guides compiled specifically to describe the arrangement and contents of a collection and to aid in its research, called finding aids, can be accessed in the Gibson D. Lewis Health Science Library institutional repository, known as Scholar@UNT Health.
Rare Books Room
The historical books collection contains over 2,500 volumes and seeks to document the founding, growth and intellectual development of osteopathic medicine and to provide historical continuity to the research and instructional activities of UNT Health Fort Worth. The collection is particularly strong in the areas of 19th century American medicine, osteopathic medicine, orthopedic manipulation, bone setting, and manual medicine.
how to utilize the Archives
Visit UNT Health Archives
Faculty, students, and visitors are welcomed to utilized the unique resources in the Archives for their study and research. The materials cannot be checked out; however, they may be used within the Archives area.
Appointments can be scheduled between 8:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. on weekdays, excluding university holidays and other campus closings.
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