Auckland Council Libraries welcomes donations to heritage collections. Find out which kinds of material we are looking for, how to contact us and what to expect from the process.
What are we looking for?
The collections are a rich resource that supports research, inspires creativity and reflects the cultural heritage of Aucklanders. Our team thinks carefully about collecting the right material for future generations to use and enjoy.
Collecting plans
Will your material be a good match? Check out the Collecting Plans below to find out our goals and get an idea of our current priorities.
- Photographs collecting plan
- Archives and manuscripts collecting plan
- Ephemera collecting plan
- Maps collecting plan
- Music collecting plan
- Oral history and sound archive
- Rare books collecting plan
How to donate
All potential donations are assessed as part of our acquisition approval process.
If you would like to offer us material, please send us as much detail as you can via our online form. One of our heritage collections curators will contact you to discuss and keep you informed as your offer is considered.
