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Events and Exhibits
EXHIBIT: The Mountain is Out: Mount Rainier in Special Collections
Rainier, Tahoma, Nutselip… the mountain is known by many names. A Pacific Northwest icon, Mount Rainier holds a unique place in the region's culture and lore. Its massive peak…
[EXHIBIT] From Brush to Type: The Evolution of Bookmaking in East Asia
This exhibit highlights rare works from the Tateuchi East Asia Library Special Collections, showcasing how innovations in papermaking, printing, and design across East Asia transformed the form of books and…
EXHIBIT: Out of Scope: Unexpected Artifacts in Special Collections
Explore unexpected artifacts that have made their way into Special Collections! Cultural organizations such as libraries, museums, and archives rely on a collection development strategy known as ‘scope‘ to shape…
EXHIBIT: Hygge: Winter Cozy
As winter settles in and daylight fades, people across the world find ways to bring warmth and light into the darkest months. In Denmark, this feeling is captured by the…
Annual Events
In collaboration with UW partners, UW Libraries hosts annual events and programs to bring students, faculty and community members together to engage, inspire and learn through shared interest and experience.
Constitution Reading
Fall quarter: Special guest speakers, community members, student groups and libraries staff come together to read the full constitution and celebrate democracy.
GIS Symposium
Spring quarter: The GIS Symposium highlights and celebrates the transformational role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and data visualization technologies at the UW and beyond.
New Year at the Tateuchi Library
Winter quarter: Student performances, guest speakers and cultural exploration of art, food and tradition make this a popular annual event for students, faculty and community members.
Open Scholarship
Going Public, Open Access Week and Choose Privacy Week events highlight important changes and trends across open scholarship topics. Check the Libraries Calendar for upcoming events.