Signed First Editions
The Co-Founders Collection
Ten signed First Edition Big Books, spanning 1941–1954, with inscriptions and associations from A.A.’s early circle.
Explore the collection
RECOVERY COLLECTIBLES / HISTORIC COLLECTIONS
The people. The objects. The history.
Historic Collections
& Archives
Original handwriting, signed books, and the personal records of recovery history.
Explore the collections ↓
Discover the archives
Explore the collections
Choose a collection to examine its objects, stories, and documentation.
Original correspondence
In Their Own Hands
Handwritten letters revealing the voices and personal relationships of Bill Wilson, Dr. Bob, Jim Burwell, and Hank Parkhurst.
Explore the collectionFaith & service
The Sister Ignatia Collection
Two personally inscribed books, with photographs and supporting material connected to Sister Ignatia’s life of care.
Explore the collection
Medicine & recovery
The William D. Silkworth Collection
Correspondence, books, and photographs connected to the physician behind A.A.’s “The Doctor’s Opinion.”
Explore the collection
A fellowship takes shape
The Jim Willis & Early Gamblers Anonymous Archive
Documents and early publications preserving the story of Jim Willis and the development of Gamblers Anonymous.
Explore the collection
An extensive historical archive
The Mayflower Collection
Manuscripts, founder correspondence, signed books, and publishing material gathered into one substantial recovery archive.
Explore the collectionLook closer
Every object has a story.
Collection pages bring the material into focus through photographs, historical context, and notes about the individual objects.
A conversation about collecting
Interested in a collection?
Contact Tim Fitzpatrick to discuss availability and acquisition. Please include the collection’s name in your inquiry.
Inquire about a collection →