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University of Cauca Collection (1655–1899)

This collection documents the early years of the University of Cauca. It contains the founding records of our Alma Mater (1827), the first academic provisions, and other relevant documents that are not only essential to the development of our institutional history but also constitute fundamental sources for research on education in Colombia.

Likewise, there are documents from the Colonial and Independence periods which, although they predate the establishment of the University, were donated by various entities and individuals for incorporation into its Archives.

Former Central Archive of Cauca Collection (1541–1906)

This collection contains political and administrative information on the Government of Popayán, the Province of Popayán, the Sovereign State of Cauca, and the Department of Cauca, as well as on the various settlements that, at different points in national history, were part of these territorial entities. To facilitate researchers’ searches according to their specific interests, this collection is catalogued by historical periods: Colonial period, Independence, and Republic; subjects: civil, ecclesiastical, judicial, military, and private; and various subtopics.

Cabildo Collection (1583–1904))

This collection contains documents belonging to the Cabildo and Municipal Council of the city of Popayán and neighboring towns, as well as Government Ordinances. It primarily contains documents related to the local development of the territory and the provisions adopted by its residents for its political, economic, civil, and religious administration.

General Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera y Arboleda Collection (1816–1878)

This collection is composed mostly of correspondence on various matters sent to General Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera y Arboleda by his family, various prominent figures, and ordinary citizens.

Carlos Albán Estupiñán Collection

It is a collection of personal and professional documents associated with Carlos Albán Estupiñán (1844–1902), a prominent inventor, military officer, physician, politician, journalist, lawyer, and engineer. It consists mainly of personal and official correspondence, academic papers and theses, military documents, diplomatic and political materials, journalistic publications, and professional writings.

Sergio Arboleda Pombo Collection

This documentary collection consists of a varied series of documents associated with Sergio Arboleda Pombo and his family as prominent figures in 19th-century Colombia. It includes personal and official letters and correspondence, inventories, accounts and property records, reports, requests and claims, notes, writings and reflections, printed sheets, and various other writings.