The University Archives & Special Collections of the Florida Gulf Coast University Wilson G. Bradshaw Library advances research by acquiring, preserving, and providing public access to original primary source materials. Collections are available for everyone (students, staff and members of the public) to access online through DigitalFGCU or in our reading room. The collections can also be made available through instruction sessions and tours, that provide a unique opportunity to access and engage with primary source materials.
The Koreshan Collection documents the daily life of the Koreshan Unity settlement of Estero. Founded by Dr. Cyrus Teed in the late 19th century, the commune quickly grew into a self-reliant township complete with a functioning economy and source of electricity. The collection is available to view either on DigitalFGCU or on the FGCU Finding Aid.
Your gift allows the University Archives and Special Collections to continue to provide access to rare and unique collections documenting the cultural and environmental history of Southwest Florida, museum-quality exhibitions, and educational programming. For information on monetary donations, please visit the Library's Giving Page. For information on physical donations, visit the archives Donation Policy and Collection Policy.
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As the official source of institutional memory, the Florida Gulf Coast University Archives regularly collects materials related to our students, culture, and alumni. The University Archives houses over 200 linear feet of documents, photographs, memorabilia, and publications related to the history of Florida Gulf Coast University. For more information, please visit our Alumni page.
