Showcase
The archive, visual archive and library of the IIAV house countless historical treasures. In order to preserve this material under optimal conditions, these marvelous collections are, for the most part, stored in cool, dark vaults. Naturally, however, we want to share the riches that are part of the IIAV’s collection. Regular online links to thematic exhibits allow us to provide this access.
Special books from Atria’s ...
Atria has many special books in its historical collection. Because their condition is fragile, these books are preserved in a closed vault. Atria is not able to lend these books out, but it is possible to consult them during a visit to the library ... read on
The history of Aletta, now ...
The goal was to build an archive and library to collect and preserve the heritage of women and also to encourage and publicize scholarly research ... read on
Rosa Manus
In May 2003, archival materials that had been stolen from the IAV’s Keizersgracht in July 1940, were returned. The stolen material included the personal archive of Rosa Manus (1881-1943), one of the founders of the IAV in 1935 and a very active and internationally-oriented feminist and pacifist ... read on
The history of Aletta now part of Atria (part 2)
The IIAV since 2000 The new millennium got off to a good start. In 2000, the IIAV received the Joke Smit Prize, the award that is given out every two years by the Dutch government in recognition of a fundamental contribution to improving the position of women in society ... read on
What material has been returned?
After nearly 63 years, five meters of archives, photographs and other documentary material were returned to the IIAV (now Atria). All of this material had been collected between 1935 and 1940 by the International Archive for the Women’s Movement, principally by Rosa Manus ... read on