

PERPICH ARTS LIBRARY
The Perpich Arts Library is a resource for Perpich Arts High School students and the Minnesota public alike.
The library is open for curbside service. You can contact the librarian at library@pcae.k12.mn.us or 763-279-4170.
For Public Patrons
Borrow books, DVDs, CDs, teaching kits and more!
WHAT ARE WE?
Our lending library of arts and education materials is free to all residents of Minnesota and geared toward teaching artists and educators.
WHAT DO WE HAVE?
Our collection of more than 13,000 items includes a diverse representation of arts and education areas. It includes special collections on:
- Multicultural and Diversity
- Professional Development and Research
- Dance Education
- National Gallery of Art Teacher Resources
WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU?
- Offer access to an easy-to-use online catalog.
- Provide print, multimedia and electronic resources on arts education, arts-integrated education, arts in cultural context and professional development
- Make presentations on library materials and their usage in the classroom
- Create bibliographies for arts education, professional resources, arts in cultural context, or customized for specific needs
- Help you find materials to suit your needs
- Provide summer meeting space and wireless internet access
HOW DO I BORROW ITEMS?
- Library membership is free. Just sign up by filling out our electronic membership form.
- You can visit the library during open hours or borrow items via mail if you contact us .
- Return items to the 24-hour drop box at the main entrance or via mail.
For Students
Hang out! Watch movies! Use computers! Borrow books, DVDs, CDs!
WHAT DO WE HAVE?
We have more than 13,000 items to support your academic and arts classes, and your leisure reading, listening, and viewing. Our library includes:
- CDs — Minnesota Music
- DVDs — documentaries and feature films
- Graphic Novels
- Arts and news magazines
- Databases
- Computers, printer, and wi-fi access
- Rudy and Lola viewing rooms
WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU?
- Offer access to an easy-to-use online catalog
- Provide research help
- Help you find library and online resources to meet your needs
- Borrow materials from other libraries
- Provide book recommendations
HOW DO I BORROW AND RETURN ITEMS?
Your school ID is your library card. Items may be returned in the library, at the drop box in the dorm, at the drop box right outside the library, or to the 24-hour drop box at the main entrance.
Questions
Perpich News
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Studio Arts Celebrate the 2021 Minnesota Regional Scholastic Art Awards
January 13, 2021
Perpich Studio Arts (Visual Arts and Media Arts students and staff) celebrate another year of Scholastic Arts hard work and success!
We are very pleased to announce the 2021 Minnesota Regional Scholastic Art Awards! Congratulations to the Perpich Gold Key, Silver Key, and…
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Kathryn D’Elia Exhibiting at Susan Hensel Gallery
December 21, 2020
Work by Kathryn D’Elia, Visual Arts Instructor, is currently on display at the Susan Hensel Gallery in Minneapolis. The exhibition will run through February, 2021.
In her artist statement, D’Elia says, “This exhibition is a collection of work created through gathered observations: a…
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Jila Nikpay’s Film “Objects of Love” to Premiere in December
December 17, 2020
A film written and directed by Jila Nikpay, Media Arts Instructor, will be premiering on ShortsTV on December 26, 2020. The film, Objects of Love (2020), is about 20-year-old feisty Roya floating between her demanding immigrant father and old-world grandmother. When against their…