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Library & Collections
Spertus Institute Collection Highlights
Preserving the Material Culture of the Jewish people is fundamental to the mission of Spertus Institute. Our collections — of books, films, music, artworks, artifacts, rare antique maps, and archival items — number more than half a million. Items from our collections are incorporated into our exhibitions, courses, and public programming.
The Asher Library at Spertus Institute serves a diverse populace locally, nationally, and internationally, with a special emphasis on developing collections and services for Spertus students and the Jewish community. Our library is open to the public and responds to inquiries from around the globe.
Asher Library borrowing privileges and access to an array of online resources are available to Spertus members, as well as Spertus students and faculty. Enjoy access to popular and scholarly ebooks, Jewish documentaries and features on streaming video, articles from an expansive variety of journals, and valued resources such as the Otzar HaHochma library of over 105,000 Jewish texts scanned in their original format. BECOME A SPERTUS MEMBER >
View Collection Highlights and explore an online selection of treasures from Spertus Institute's collection. Get a close look at Jewish religious objects from around the world, as well as fine art, rare books, and historical artifacts.
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