UW Libraries - Using the Collection

Getting Here - Directions to the Map Collection. Includes tips for Disabled Access
Floor Plan - A color-coded map showing where each part of our collection is located in the Map Room.
About the Map Collection - An informal statement describing the coverage of our collection and what it means to be a Federal Depository Library and an ESIC affiliate.

Tips for Searching the UW Libraries Catalog Page for Maps and Cartographic Materials
How to Find Specific Types of Maps
Use the Aerial Photo Project Tool to Determine if the Map Collection has photos for your area and dates of interest (disclaimer).
Checking Out and Handling Cartographic Materials - What can you check out? How do you handle materials you've checked out? Find the answers here.
How to Copy Maps - If you need a paper or a digital copy of a map, especially a large map or a map that does not circulate, this page details the services offered by UW Libraries.
What We Answer By Email or Phone - Our reference staff cannot answer every question remotely, but this page explains what they can help you with from afar and which questions are better answered in person.
Where to Buy Maps - Sometimes you just need your own map. Here are some vendors who might be able to help.

How to Use and Understand Maps - This short explanation of several map terms and concepts is a good place to start learning about maps: scale, latitude and longitude, township and range, finding and understanding Library of Congress map call numbers, topographic map symbols, and a bibliography of map skills and cartographic reference tools.

Questions? Comments? Please email us at maplib@u.washington.edu

Map Collection & Cartographic Information Services Unit