Anne Adams (BA ’89) is closing the book on her storied career after 35 years of sharing and preserving information through the Brock University Library.

The Archives Processing Specialist retired on Friday, Nov. 29. Adams began her career at Brock as a part-time library assistant while completing her undergraduate studies in the Niagara region. Over the years, she held a variety of roles, including Circulation Desk Assistant and Supervisor of the Listening Room, before joining Archives and Special Collections in 2011.

Adams described her time working in the archives as a highlight.

“I read personal letters from the famous and infamous, uncovered secrets from hundreds of years ago and enjoyed every minute of it,” she said.

Adams was instrumental in organizing some of the University’s most complex collections, including the Woodruff Family Fonds, a project which took nine months and earned national recognition.

“The personal nature of these collections is what I find so fascinating,” Adams said. “They contain stories that are sometimes dark but captivating.”

Recently, Adams completed work on the St. Catharines Standard collection, calling it “a huge project with endlessly varied stories.”

David Sharron, Head of Archives and Special Collections, praised Adams for her meticulous work and dedication.

“Anne has spent months and years on individual collections, transforming them into neatly organized resources with detailed finding aids that help researchers locate exactly what they need,” Sharron said. “What we will miss most about Anne is her grace, humour and unwavering commitment to helping students, faculty and researchers succeed.”

Adams credits her colleagues and supportive workplace for making her time at Brock fulfilling.

“I’ve been lucky to have wonderful colleagues and bosses,” she said. “Brock has been a great place to work.”