EXHIBIT | Federal Agencies: Histories and Highlights
January 14, 2026 – June 13, 2026
Suzzallo Library – Ground floor
This two-part exhibit is a celebration of the United States constitution’s 250th founding anniversary in 2026; showcasing some of the many executive departments and agencies of the United States government and how they work to serve the public. Winter Quarter 2026 features agencies centered around the arts, humanities and social sciences. Spring Quarter 2026 will feature departments and agencies focused on science and technology. We explore each featured department’s history, purpose, and achievements alongside government publications from the library’s collection.
For questions about this exhibit, email mcnews@uw.edu
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EXHIBIT | THE MOUNTAIN IS OUT
September 22, 2025 – August 28, 2026
Allen Library South – Special Collections Lobby
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. Special Collections’ material related to Mount Rainier will be displayed throughout the year. Return each quarter to see new items in the exhibit. Learn more.
EXHIBIT | OUT OF SCOPE
November 3, 2025 – September 18, 2026
Allen Library South – Special Collections Reading Room
Join us to 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 their collections based on priorities outlined in their organization’s mission, but some items make it into an organization’s collections despite this. Out of Scope highlights unique and intriguing items found in Special Collections.
(No food or drink allowed.)
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RELATED MEDIA
History of Costume Design
See a sample from the digital collection