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Perpich arts library

an arts
resource
for MINNESOTA

PERPICH LIBRARY

The Perpich Library is a small library located in Perpich Arts High School. We are here to serve students of Perpich Arts High School as well as residents of the state of Minnesota.

We are able to provide materials and reference services on specialized topics related to arts and arts education for arts educators, artists, and others in the general public who are interested in our unique resources.

All Minnesota residents, 18 years or older, are welcome to become a member of the Perpich Library. Click here to become a member of the Library.

ACCESSING PERPICH LIBRARY RESOURCES

Library Hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

If you would like to visit the library, please contact the librarian ahead of time at 763-279-4170 or library@pcae.k12.mn.us

Many of the library services we offer are accessible from the Perpich website, by email, or by calling 763-279-4170.

PERPICH LIBRARY CATALOG

The Perpich Library catalog finds items from our physical collection along with electronic resources such as articles and ebooks.

For educators and the Public

Join the library for access to our extensive arts and education resources!

To visit the library, enter through the main entrance of Perpich Center for Arts Education. When you check in at the front desk you will be asked to sign in with your name, vehicle information, and driver’s license or government-issued identification.

What virtual or in-person services are offered by the library to outside patrons?

  • Peruse and borrow from our entire collection of resources and print books
  • MNLINK allows you to request materials not available at your local library through interlibrary loan
  • Access literally thousands of resources online through the Library Catalog
  • Search Library Databases and access eLIBRARYMN
  • Contact the librarian for reference assistance at library@pcae.k12.mn.us

Please note, we are not able to offer some of the services available at other libraries:

  • No meeting rooms or collaboration spaces to work with colleagues
  • No guest library computers or internet
  • No individual work stations or study areas
  • No printing/copying service

For perpich Students

Come enjoy the library as a place to work on research projects, watch movies, connect with friends, find a good book or ebook, and more.

students have access to:
  • ELM Databases Gain online access to magazine, journal, newspaper, and encyclopedia articles, along with other informational resources.
  • Research Help and Ebooks Looking for information on a specific topic? Want to read a novel on your phone? The library is here to help!
  • Makerspace A DIY craft space with art supplies, a 3D printer, cutting machine, and more that students can borrow and use for projects.
  • Zine Collection The Perpich Library owns more than 200 zines for browsing while in the library. Have your own zine? Anyone can donate to the collection.

Does the Library accept donations?

Yes, the Perpich Library does accept donations. Please contact the librarian first by phone (763-279-4170) or email (library@pcae.k12.mn.us) to explain what kind of items you are donating and how many items you have. Donated items will either be added to the collection, put to use by teachers, or offered for free to the arts high school students.

Perpich News

  • Folktale Collections from Perpich Library

    April 22, 2025

    People in all societies have passed down stories for centuries in order to teach, entertain, and create a sense of cultural identity. Reading the folktales of another culture is helpful in understanding it on a deeper level. This is a selection of…

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  • Sarah Kopitske (Visual Arts 2010) Speaks to Students During Common Experience

    April 15, 2025

    Perpich alum, Sarah Kopitske (Visual Arts 2010), spoke with students during Common Ex on Monday, April 14th. Common Ex is a series of presentations where students often hear about the artistic life from practicing artists, many of whom are Perpich graduates.

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  • Media Arts Students Selected for 2025 Twin Cities Youth Media Showcase

    April 10, 2025

    Work by Media Arts students was selected for the 2025 Youth Media Showcase. Short films and videos by Milo Crane (Media Arts 2026), Sebastian Marquez (Media Arts 2026), Margot McCabe (Media Arts 2025), and Thomas Thro (Media Arts 2025) were shown on…

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