Bruce Collins, 1930-2024

We at the University City Public Library were saddened to hear of the passing of Bruce Collins in August. A beloved librarian and community member, Mr. Collins served as the director of the University City Public Library from 1970 until 1993. We are grateful for the many years he led our library, and offer our deepest condolences to those whose lives he touched.

Mr. Collins’ obituary is available here.

To learn about the Library during Mr. Collins’ time as director, please read the histories of UCPL in the 1970s and 1980s below. These histories were written by former UCPL director Linda Ballard.