About us
Te Pātaka Kōrero—The Library is recognised for its excellent client-centred services, supportive learning environment and world-class resources.
Discover key information about the Library including accessing our special collections such as the J.C. Beaglehole collection.
Library hours and locations
Our libraries are found at three Wellington campuses; Law and Commerce at Pipitea, Architecture and Design at Te Aro, and the main library at Kelburn.
Tapuaka—Heritage & Archive Collections
Our historical and archive collections are kept in the J.C. Beaglehole Room where they are available for research, teaching, and learning.
Special collections
The Library has several special physical and online collections
Contact the Library
You are welcome to come and talk to us in person at any of our libraries, or you can reach us by phone or email.
Service standards
Have a question for a Library team member? Here are our service response times for your query.
Library news
View the latest library news.
Strategic overview and policies
Browse key Library documents and policies including the Statute, Strategic Plan, and copyright, open access, collection management and censorship policies.
Working at the Library
Considering a career at Victoria University of Wellington’s Library?