Adopt a Piece of History
Honor a loved one or commemorate a special event with a tribute through our Adopt a Piece of History program. Your gift will be acknowledged via a virtual bookplate. Digital bookplates are flexible and can bear the name of the individual being honored or remembered, as well as the name of the thoughtful donor. Your support strengthens our collections by helping with acquisitions, conservation, digitization and other priorities of the Clements Library.
This digital and commemorative program is a wonderful way to convey your personal commitment to the study of history and preservation of past knowledge and voices. Adoptions are an excellent way to commemorate an occasion, celebrate a milestone, or honor a great achievement.
Please explore the available tributes highlighted below!
Do you have something in particular in mind? We are always happy to help identify more historical materials needing support that are meaningful to yourself or a loved one. To discuss your ideas or if you have any other questions, please contact:
Anne Bennington-Helber, Assistant Director of Development
abhelber@umich.edu / 734-649-3370
“Memoirs of Elleanor Eldridge.” 1847.
$350 | Books
Rev. William B. McKee Diary, (Silver Spring, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania): March 22, 1869-December 22, 1872.
$350 | Manuscripts
Hand-colored Photographic Portraits of James V. and Mary Hopkinson Mansfield, ca. 1859.
$375 | Graphics, Manuscripts
Object-level Target for Scanning Process
$425 | Digitization