Doors Open Ottawa

Come visit our rare books collection during Doors Open Ottawa!

The Jean-Léon Allie Library at Saint Paul University was created in 1937. It boasts the largest theological collection in the country, with over half a million items spread over 7 floors. The collection boasts many treasures, including over 10,000 rare books, most of them printed before 1800. The rare books collection includes 12 incunabula; the oldest dates from 1472.

Saturday, June 3, 2017 – 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 4, 2017 – 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.