Map Collection
Atlantic Canada's largest collection of paper maps and atlases
Dalhousie University Libraries has kept a map collection for 30 years and now features one of Atlantic Canada's largest holdings of paper maps and atlases. Map Collection staff provide reference and research services to support the needs of students, faculty and the general public.
Address
Second Floor, Killam Memorial Library
6225 University Avenue
P.O. Box 15000
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
B3H 4R2
Hours
- Monday to Friday: 9:00am to Noon, 1:00pm to 4:00pm
- Saturday and Sunday: CLOSED
Contact us
- Phone: (902) 494-3757
- Email: dalmaps@dal.ca
About the Map Collection
Our Map Collection materials do not circulate, although advance requests to view materials may be made to the Curator.
Collection highlights
- Federal depository: Dalhousie is a depository for federal maps of Canada
- City plan maps: City planning maps at various scales.
- Historical maps: Significant historical maps of Canada.
- Geological maps: Bedrock and surficial geological maps for Canada.
- Topographic and road maps
- Atlases: regional, international, and thematic subjects.
- Cartographic Reference Material: gazetteers, distance tables, catalogues.
- Read about our collections in more detail.
Facilities in the Map Collection Room
The Map Collection Room, on the second floor of the Killam, offers both a comfortable, quiet workspace and a variety of resources for you to do cartographic work.
Map Collection services
Map Collection staff provide services for the Dalhousie University Community and the general public.
Service highlights
- Reference: assistance on research projects.
- Tours: of our facilities and resources.
- Reserve material: set aside specific materials.
- Customized displays: staff can create specialized cartographic displays.
- Read about our services in more detail.
Plotting services
The Map Collection Room has a HP Designjet 1055c Plus plotter that can print posters and maps up to 36 inches wide. A variety of paper finishes are available. Cost is dependent on paper type and poster/map size. Read more about plotting services and prices
