History of Medicine Library catalogue
The History of Medicine Library at the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) has a leading medical history collection from Australasia and beyond.
The Library is home to thousands of items, including:
- monographs including rare books dating back to the 16th century
- journals
- deposited archives
- images and photographs
- antique medical and surgical instruments
- artworks
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Library is currently closed until further notice. Please contact the Librarian if you have a specific request.
Your Visit
College members are welcome to explore our heritage collections and members of the public may visit by appointment.
The History of Medicine Library is open for viewing and research from 9am to 5pm weekdays.
You will need to make an appointment before you visit - please email the Librarian
On your arrival at 145 Macquarie St. Sydney, our reception staff will welcome you and direct you to the Librarian / Curator.
If you are a researcher or non-member please note the following guidelines:
- appointments should be confirmed with the Librarian prior to visiting
- no food or drinks are permitted in the Library
- use of photographic equipment without flash is permitted
- scanning of most material is permitted and will be undertaken by staff on request
- copyright must be adhered to for all relevant items
145 Macquarie Street
Sydney
New South Wales 2000, Australia
Aotearoa New Zealand
Our Aotearoa New Zealand collections are held at the Ernest and Marion Davis Library at Auckland Hospital.
32 Park Road,
Grafton,
AUCKLAND NZ 1023, New Zealand
Contact Ernest Marion Davis Library directly for access.
You can view the Aotearoa New Zealand items in the History of Medicine Library catalogue.
