University Memorabilia

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

The copyright status of this collection is unknown. Copyright restrictions may apply. Contact Special Collections and University Archives for assistance in determining the use of these materials.

Reproduction or digitization of materials for personal or research use can be requested using our reproduction/digitization form: http://bit.ly/scuareproduction.

Reproduction or digitization of materials for publication or exhibit use can be requested using our publication/exhibition form: http://bit.ly/scuapublication.

Please contact Special Collections and University Archives (specref@vt.edu or 540-231-6308) if you need assistance with forms or to submit a completed form.

Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], University Memorabilia, c.1909-2020, Artifact-056, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
1.0 Cubic Feet 3 boxes
Abstract:
This collection includes a variety of memorabilia from various years of Virginia Tech history. Some examples of artifacts in this collection include but are not limited to pins, buttons, koozies, and coasters.
Language:
The material in this collection is in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], University Memorabilia, c.1909-2020, Artifact-056, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

Items in this collection include: Assorted VPI/VT pinback buttons, lapel pins, VT alumni coaster, ribbons, VAMC cadet coaster, Commemorative Baseball, printed with "Chuck Hartman VT 1979-2006", Dr. Pepper Commemorative Bottle for 1981 Peach Bowl (VT vs Miami of Florida), RC Commemorative Bottle for 2000 Nokia Sugar Bowl (VT vs Florida State), Buruss Hall plate, Virginia Tech "Old Guard" plate, and Alumni Association/class pin, Turkey Coin Bank, VPI Banner, VT wallet.

Acquisition information:
Artifacts in this collection were acquired in numerous accessions by Special Collections and University Archives from 2014 to 2021.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the University Memorabilia was completed in July 2025.