3.5 Exceptions and exclusions
In general, purchases of rare books and realia will only be considered if they have a significant Tasmanian connection.
Occasionally reference and scholarly resources are acquired to support specific collection areas within the Heritage Collection, however new acquisitions of original materials in these areas is not sought.
The Heritage Collection includes examples of early printed books, early Australiana and other notable publications which were acquired through collections that were donated by significant individuals including James Ebenezer Bicheno, William Walker, Sir William Crowther, and Henry Allport.
The W L Crowther Library includes substantial holdings of books and objects relating to the history of medicine.
The Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts includes collections of antique furniture and household objects.
We do not generally collect:
- Photocopies, reprints and editions without change.
- Television news footage.
- Radio broadcasts.