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About the Friends of the Bodleian
As a member of the Friends, you can enjoy exclusive events in person or online, priority access to digital content and a free subscription to our magazine the Bodleian Library Friends' Newsletter.
Members also receive member-only discounts, exclusive newsletters and the opportunity to see all our exhibitions before the general public.
Founded in 1925, the Friends of the Bodleian support the work of the Libraries by providing funds to acquire, preserve and make available the treasures in our collections.
The Friends of the Bodleian continue a great tradition of the Library's founder, Sir Thomas Bodley. It was his endowment of 1598 that formed the basis of the Library.
By becoming a Friend, you will not only be part of this tradition, but you will carry it forward and make a positive contribution to learning.
The 2022 Friends of the Bodleian Annual Lecture with Dr Laura Wellesley, tracing the stories of the people who made, loved and sometimes destroyed medieval manuscripts.
Members enjoy free attendance of the Annual Lecture and priority access to videos and other online content.
Learn about important purchases of manuscripts and printed books for the Bodleian Libraries made or assisted by the Friends of the Bodleian in recent years.
Our Patrons community is a vital part of this centuries-old tradition of support. Funds support acquisitions, special projects and other aspects of the Libraries’ work.
Every year, Friends receive two issues of our newsletter which carries news of all aspects of the Libraries' work, new developments, acquisitions and services.
Friends of the Bodleian special events
The Friends of the Bodleian are invited to a lively programme of lectures, exhibitions and concerts designed to explore and enjoy the Libraries’ holdings.
