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Special Collections, University of Washington Libraries

Seattle, Washington

Library, Specialized, University

Special Collections brings together the University of Washington Libraries' most rare and unique resources. From papyrus to born-digital, our holdings span history and the globe, and offer boundless opportunities for exploration and discovery.

Stillaguamish Valley Genealogical Society

Arlington, Washington

General, History, Library, Specialized

The Stillaguamish Valley Genealogical Society and Library was founded by Marietta Roth in 1985. We incorporated a year later and obtained non-profit status with the IRS and the State of Washington. Our library has grown to include thousands of rare and interesting books, microfilm and microfiche sets, a CD collection, and internet access. We have gathered historical information pertaining to the northern part of Snohomish County and the Stillaguamish Valley, and its native populations and early settlers. Also related references from other cities, states and countries. This information available to members and visitors during regular library hours.

Spokane Law Enforcement Museum

Spokane, Washington

General, History, Specialized

Our mission statement is to collect and p reserve artifacts of law enforcement in Spokane and other local agencies, provide historical education for schools, and public as a learning experience and a library of records of police growth in the community; and, finally, to build trust with public and law enforcement" We are in the process of writing the history of the Spokane Police Department with a series of volumes. The first volume "LIFE BEHIND THE BADGE - Spokane Police Department'S Founding Years 1881-1903" is out in our book stores or available through our museum now. The second volume, "LIFE BEHIND THE BADGE - Spokane Police Department's Turbulent Years 1903-1923," will be out the summer of 2010. We are currently working on Volume three.

Suquamish Museum

Suquamish, Washington

Anthropology, Archaeology, Art, Children's, Culture, History, Library, Specialized

The Suquamish Museum is in the heart of Suquamish Village on the Port Madison Indian Reservation located on the breathtaking Kitsap Peninsula, named after Suquamish Chief Kitsap. The county boasts over 250 miles of saltwater shoreline, miles and miles of hiking and biking trails and many vibrant communities. At the corner of Suquamish Way & Division Streets, the new Suquamish Museum facility designed by Mithun Architects (Seattle) has a natural and environmental footprint. LEED design certification, indigeneous landscaping, site water managment, and conscious use of natural materials throughout honor the Suquamish culture and traditions.