Art Library
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Location Information
Entrance:
Ramp and door paddles on exterior doors. Interior doors are held open.
Accessible Bathroom:
Accessible bathroom on same floor.
Barriers:
Narrow spaces in some stacks and study areas. Bathroom has no signage but is available down the hall and around corner.
Assistive Technology:
Available on Student Computers (require UW NetID) and Guest Research Workstations. KIC Scanner with height adjustable table. Multiple adjustable height tables for UWNetID computers.
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About Art Library
The Art Library supports teaching, research, and learning in the broad areas of art history, studio art, and design.
Services, Spaces, and Equipment
Printing, Scanning, and Computers
- Two flatbed scanners
- One Knowledge Imaging Center (KIC) overhead book scanner
- Color printing
Collections
Our collection is built over time to reflect the research strengths of the School of Art + Art History + Design, as well as the many arts related courses held across UW. The Art Library holds around 60,000 volumes.
Some collection subjects include:
- Visual Arts
- Indigenous Art
- Sculpture
- Painting
- Print Media, including printmaking and engraving
- Printing, including graphic design and typography
- Photography
We are currently growing our collection in the following areas to better meet faculty research needs: American Art, Japanese Art, and Latin American Art.
Featured Project: Jacob Lawrence in Seattle
The essays in this volume, researched and written by students in the University of Washington School of Art + Art History + Design program, leverage Jacob Lawrence’s framing of the Seattle period as a critical stage in his artistic development.
New Books at the Art Library
Monthly updates on new Art Library acquisitions. To make a purchase request, please contact Art Librarian Madison Sullivan, [email protected].
Give and Request
Donate to the Art Library
Consider donating to the Art Library! All funds go directly to purchasing books and materials, or supporting events and programs at the Art Library. We are always in need of additional funding and appreciate your support.
Request an Art Library Purchase
Can’t find what you need? Request art books, catalogs, or media for the Art Library to purchase.
Ask Us!
Get help from librarians by email, phone, 24/7 chat, or make an appointment with a subject expert