Built in 1981, Thomas Library contains more than 350,000 volumes — the with capacity to hold 500,000 volumes — and more than 2,500 periodicals, which are located in the basement of the building. Expansive study space fills the library, and students and groups can also request study rooms. Thomas Library contains many nooks and crannies to find a quiet place to study. Many tables and couches are provided to ensure a comfortable study session. Two computer labs with Internet access are also located in the library. A member of OhioLink, which connects Wittenberg to numerous college libraries for additional research and reference materials, the library also contains the Kemper Special Collection Area. This area contains the Luther-Reformation Collection with more than 400 items written by Martin Luther and his contemporaries between 1517 and 1580.