Category Archives: From the Archives

Did you know that the Archives & Special Collections has a collection of miniature books? Found right next to our oversized book collection we have a section dedicated to the miniscule. But don’t be fooled, because there are some grandiose … Continue reading →

Every now and then, you stumble across an interesting title, which leads to an interesting book, which leads to even more interesting discoveries. While I was looking for some other books for research, I saw the title “Maternal Ancestry” and … Continue reading →

If you’re a fan of science, Darwinism, or fascinating autobiographical anecdotes then the Archives & Special Collections is the place for you! We have a 3-volume collection titled The Life and Letters of Charles Darwin and it is FULL of … Continue reading →

Welcome back Loggers! Here’s hoping for a great spring semester. Check out our new digital collections in Archives & Special Collections, University Ephemera, 1888-present, and the Oregon Methodist Missions papers. The Archives & Special Collections is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, … Continue reading →

Are you interested in art? What about history? Do you like books? What about Tacoma and the beautiful state of Washington? Have you ever wondered what this place looked like over 100 years ago? Well look no further because the … Continue reading →

This photo pretty much sums up going home for break. Thanksgiving was a success and with only a couple of weeks until Christmas, we will be stuffing our faces with home cooked food once more. This picture was taken in … Continue reading →

We want your photographs for our upcoming exhibit! Exploring the Northwest features unique material from the Collins Memorial Library Archives & Special Collections along with contemporary material from the students, staff, and alumni of Puget Sound.  Join 200 years’ worth … Continue reading →

This December calendar was originally developed by Jordan Ross (now the Technology Coordinator of CES) during her time as a student employee in the Collins Library and was recently updated by Jacob Imlay, past student employee and a 2015 graduate … Continue reading →

Thanksgiving is approaching, meaning we’ve all got food and family on our mind! But before you return home to your families for the holidays, enjoy a few holiday-inspired meals here with your UPS family! Do you ever wonder where UPS … Continue reading →

Kate Greenaway’s small book, “Kate Greenaway’s Alphabet,” only has 32 pages and almost every page only has one letter, the letters of the alphabet. Each letter is a picture in itself which she illustrated. Little kids are seen playing around, … Continue reading →