Collections & Exhibits
Explore our rare books, special collections, and curated exhibitions.
Current Exhibition
The Shroud of Jesus
April 2024 -
Come and see the visual Sign that Jesus predicted 2000 years ago, telling us who He is. And only now it comes to light. And here, for the first time, is an exhibit of the words of John, the onsite witness, that reveals the meaning of what we see on the Shroud of Jesus. See the first sculpture of the sign that Jesus left us. This sign, that John ingeniously concealed, shows the world that Jesus is the Son of God.
Visit the second floor of the Library to view the life size replica of the Shroud of Turin and view the blood of atonement on the Shroud of Jesus.
To learn more about this exhibit and sculpture please refer to the source of this data in the following book: The Shroud of Jesus and the Sign John Ingeniously Concealed by Gilbert Lavoie, M.D., published by Sophia Institute Press. The shroud photos were done by Vernon Miller ©1978. The sculpture, The Sign, by the sculptor Pablo Eduardo, go hand in hand with the book.
AMU Collections
Explore our diverse collections and archival materials.
Accessing Special Collections
Many of our special collection materials require special handling and supervised access to preserve them for future generations.
For Researchers
- Schedule an appointment to view materials
- Materials must be used in the reading room
- Photo reproduction services available
- Staff assistance provided upon request
How to Request
- Contact the library in advance
- Provide details about your research
- Valid ID required for access
- Follow handling guidelines carefully
Treasures of the Library
Explore our unique special collections featuring rare manuscripts, historic documents, and invaluable archives.
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
As of May, 2016, all theses and dissertations submitted to AMU by graduate students are fully electronic and available here. Students and the public are able to read graduate theses and dissertations in theology.
Sheila Kaye-Smith Collection
Kaye-Smith's complete works from (1887-1956), including signed letters and photos.
Father Robert A. Graham Collection
Documents on church/state relations, international law, diplomacy, war and peace, human rights, the temporal power of the papacy, religious freedom, concordats, freedom of conscience, and Vatican relations with sovereign states.
John Henry Newman and the Oxford Movement Collection
Books pertaining to the Oxford Movement and manuscript letters by Cardinal John Henry Newman.
Eric Gill & St. Dominic's Press Collection
Limited-printing editions from St. Dominic's Press, Ditchling, dating from 1919 to 1947. These books feature wood-engravings by Eric Gill (1882-1940).
Catholic Americana Collection
North American Catholic biographies, histories, directories, Ordos for American dioceses, Diocesan Synod documents, Custom and Rule books for religious orders in the United States, and more.
Michael Novak Collection
Novak is a world renowned author, philosopher and theologian. The collection includes his books, manuscripts, correspondence, journal articles and awards.
Professor John C. Olin Renaissance & Reformation Library and Papers
Olin's own writings, and his collection of works by Erasmus, Calvin, Luther, Ignatius of Loyola, Thomas More, Zwingli, Wolsey, Reginald Pole, Thomas Fisher, and more.
Original Leaves from Famous Bibles, Nine Centuries 1121-1935 A.D.
Sixty leaves from famous and rare Bibles and Testaments, dating from the twelfth to the twentieth century.
One Aim/One Vision: The Bolshoi Ballet in Still Photography
The collection of photographs epitomizes the beauty and historical significance of ballet as an art with emphasis on the importance of the Bolshoi's contribution.
Support Our Collections
Help us preserve and expand our special collections through donations of materials or financial support.