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About the bfi National Library
History of the bfi National Library
From humble beginnings as a small collection of books on an office shelf to the world's largest collection of moving image materials, the bfi National Library has a rich and fascinating history.
Acquisition and disposal policy
General principals of our acquisition policy, what we exclude from acquisition, and what material we dispose of and how.
Preservation policy
Why we need to preserve our collections, how we do it, and how you can help us.
