Sci-Fi Zines in our growing Zine Collection

Recently added to the Special Collections Zine Collection are a variety of science fiction fanzines. Zines are typically small and independently published booklets popular in different subcultures, such as the punk rock, riot grrrl and animal rights movements. They have a long history and association with the science fiction community, and some of the first publications that can be considered zines were in fact fanzines … Continue reading Sci-Fi Zines in our growing Zine Collection

Steve says…

Some of the more unique items in Special Collections are the Spicer-Simson medallions, held as part of the Theodore Spicer-Simson collection. Spicer-Simson was a well-known sculptor who worked in the first half of the 20th century. He was also a part time resident of Coconut Grove, lured to the sunny south by his friend, the botanist David Fairchild. Spicer-Simson crafted many portrait medallions, and in … Continue reading Steve says…

Steve Says…

In my position, I am lucky enough to be able to dig through our manuscript collections in order to help patrons with their reference requests.  As I help patrons interested in a variety of our materials, I can’t help but learn more about these collections, picking up knowledge of some truly extraordinary individuals and events along the way. One of the most striking examples of … Continue reading Steve Says…