The SPU library has many unique collections featured throughout the building. Though some collection may have restrictions, knowing who to contact can make items in these areas more available to you. Here are a few specialized collections the library carries:

• Northwest Regional Collection—Located on the second level of the library, along the wall next to the end room. The NW Regional books are secured behind a glass display case next to Seminar Room B. These are books about the Pacific Northwest, and a number of them are published by Ye Galleon Press in Eastern Washington. To view the books located in this collection, see this list. Most are available to be checked out for a normal four week period. Ask at the circulation desk to retrieve requested books.
• Emmanuel Room Collection—Located on the second level of the library, at the end of the Administrative offices hallway. The Samuel J. Emmanuel Room houses the Wesleyan, Wesleyan Holiness, and Free Methodist Collection. Materials must be used in the room and may not leave the library except as approved by the Special Collections librarian. Contact Steve Perisho, Theology Librarian, to arrange access to the books in this room.
• Work and Faith Collection—Located in the Graduate/Faculty Study Room on the third level of the library. These books relate to ministry in daily life, particularly focusing on faith and vocations. All patrons are welcome to enter Graduate/Faculty Study Room to retrieve items from the Work and Faith Collection. The items in this collection can be checked out for a normal four week period. To view the items in this collection, see this list. If you have any additional questions about this collection, contact Cindy Strong, Business Librarian.
• Archival Collection—Located on the lower level, in the far right corner of the building. The items in this collection document the rich history of Seattle Pacific University. Artifacts and papers of significance are stored in this secure repository, and can be accessed through appointment by contacting the University Archivist, Adrienne Meier. For more information regarding items in this collection, see this list.

To learn more about the unique collections featured in this article as well as additional collections found within our library, visit the Library Collections page on the website.