Gift Delivery Options
Before you deliver your gift
- Confirm that your gift will support the University of Washington Libraries. Contact the Gifts Program at 206-543-1859.
- Include the name and address of the donor (person, estate, organization, company, UW department, etc.) with the materials.
- Choose a large/heavy or small gift delivery option.
- Do not deliver gifts to branch libraries.
- Do not use book returns to deliver gifts.
Small gifts
Easy-to-carry gift delivery options in the Suzzallo and Allen Libraries. No large boxes or more than 2 bags.
Directions to campus & parking
- Campus map
- Bus & train transit services offer easy access to the campus.
- Parking
- Central Plaza Garage, located on 15th Avenue N.E. at N.E. 41st Street. Depending on the day, time, and duration of your visit to campus, you may be charged for parking.
- Load/Unload, limited time spaces are located at end of Skagit Lane near Allen Library north entrance. Additional spaces are adjacent to Gowen Hall, Smith Hall, and the Communications Building. No parking permit or fee are required.
- Accessibility parking spaces are located in the Central Parking Garage, at the end of Skagit Lane. A state or UW-issued disability placard or plate is required. You may be charged for parking depending on the day, time, and duration of your visit.
Note: Parking in the load/unload and disability spaces near the Allen Library may be impacted by a construction project, especially on Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Information Desk in Allen Library
- Hours: Drop off any time the Allen Library is open. Check scheduled hours before you visit.
- Location: Ground level, Allen Library — North Wing.
Large/heavy gifts
Delivery of large or heavy gifts to loading dock is by appointment only on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Contact the Gifts Program at 206-543-1859.