This fall, UBC Library celebrates the legacy of the Harry Potter series and Vancouver’s special relationship with “the boy who lived” with a special exhibition at three library branches, featuring first editions of the books, stories and memorabilia from local businesses and people affected by the series. Share your Harry Potter memories with the Library via #harrypotterUBC.
Curated by Rare Books and Special Collections, the Harry Potter and the rain city exhibition is on display from October 6 to December 11, 2015 at three different Library branches:
- David Lam Library (Level 2), 2033 Main Mall
- Koerner Library (Level 3), 1958 Main Mall
- Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (Ridington Room), 1961 E Mall, UBC
You can use a special Marauder’s Map to visit each of the exhibition locations.
In addition to the exhibition, the Library is pleased to host two additional events:
Harry Potter, Brands of Magic
Colloquium hosted by David Lam Library
When: October 29 | 12:30-2:00pm
Where: Henry Angus Building, 2053 Main Mall, 9th floor
Five panelists discuss the impact and influence of the Harry Potter series on the city and people of Vancouver.
- Gisele M. Baxter (UBC English)
- Jamie Broadhurst (Raincoast Books, SFU Publishing Program)
- Kevin McNeilly (UBC English)
- Judith Saltman (UBC iSchool)
- Phyllis Simon (Vancouver Kidsbooks)
Moderated by Darren Dahl from UBC’s Sauder School of Business.
RSVP by October 26 to hp.colloquium@ubc.ca.
Hallowe’en at Hogwarts West
Party hosted by Rare Books and Special Collections
When: October 30 | 1:00-3:00pm
Where: Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, 1961 East Mall, Rm 302 (Dodson Room)
Dress up as your favourite HP character for the Library’s Hallowe’en party! Join us for a costume contest, games, crafts, and light refreshments.
The party is free and open to the public, but tickets are required.
Limited tickets will be available beginning October 15 at Rare Books and Special Collections (Level One, IKBLC). Tickets may be picked up at RBSC Monday to Friday between 10am and 4pm, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please note that the exhibitions and events are in no way affiliated with the Harry Potter copyright owners, including J.K. Rowling, Warner Brothers Entertainment, Universal Studios, and Scholastic.