Special Collections of Allara Library was founded to preserve & provide access to the history of Pikeville College, now UPIKE, and our Appalachian area.
The Frank M. Allara Library at the University of Pikeville first opened its doors in 1991. In 1994, the Special Collections and Archives became available to the public. It was founded to collect, preserve, and provide access to the history of both Pikeville College, now known as the University of Pikeville, and the history and culture of the Appalachian area from which the college grew. Since the
07/10/2026
Hendrick Hall was built in 1893 as a 10-room dorm for girls and teachers.🏠It would eventually receive an expansion when the student population grew, and welcomed male students, then served as housing for faculty. Though the building is no longer standing, its story remains rooted in campus history.
07/02/2026
Throwback to the College Band marching with pride, banner leading the way, and music filling the streets. 🎶 A timeless snapshot of campus spirit through parade.
07/01/2026
This week's or features PikeTV. Our local government broadcasting organization makes their content available for streaming in multiple locations, including YouTube and the Internet Archive! Never miss what's happening in your neck of the woods.
PikeTV: https://www.piketv.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PikeTV
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/piketv99
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06/25/2026
A moment rooted in love and leadership—former President Dr. A. A. Page and his wife, seated at the heart of their family, surrounded by children and grandchildren. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🌳
Dr. Page served as President of UPIKE (Pikeville College) from 1940 to 1962.
06/23/2026
For this week’s , we’re featuring Appalachia Rising, a podcast that captures some of what it means to be Appalachian. Led by UPIKE’s President Webb, this podcast gives listeners a better idea of the work that our citizens are doing to help our beloved community thrive.
For more information, visit: https://youtu.be/VuuZKO-dFwU?si=5reE7eWw3kZ4udDR
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06/18/2026
Breaking ground and building futures—this moment marks the groundbreaking for the Armington Science Center. 🏗️🔬 A shovel, a hillside, and a vision for innovation that would shape generations of scientists. Who remembers watching this dream take root?
06/17/2026
Check out this awesome postcard for yourself on the Internet Archive! https://archive.org/details/nby_1B417
06/16/2026
Down Mare Creek Road is a collection of poems written by Ernestine Adkins Collins over a period of 20 years. From her childhood years spent on Mare Creek Road in Floyd County, KY, and through all her life experiences, Ernestine’s poetry reflects a life well-lived.
Ernestine’s book is available in digital format on the Internet Archive, here: https://archive.org/details/downmarecreekroa0000mead/mode/2up
The print copy is also available through our general collection, here: https://upike.on.worldcat.org/oclc/34407385