Common questions

Is Princeton University library open to the public?

Is Princeton University library open to the public?

Princeton University, located in the heart of Princeton, New Jersey, welcomes visitors to its historic campus. Detailed information about Princeton University Library Access and Borrowing privileges may be found here. Exhibitions from the Library’s rich collections are free and open to the general public.

How many libraries does Princeton have?

Princeton University Library

Type Academic library system
Location Princeton, New Jersey
Branches 10
Collection
Size 7.3 million volumes, 83,000 serial titles, 6.7 million microforms, 49,000 linear feet of manuscripts (ARL Stats 2011)

How big is Princeton’s library?

46,000 square feet
The library was fully renovated in 2003 and occupies 46,000 square feet on five floors of McCormick Hall. Marquand serves the Princeton University community and scholars from around the world, attracting over 150,000 visitors a year.

How many books are in the Firestone library?

Since its founding, the library at Princeton has grown from a collection of 474 volumes in one room of Nassau Hall to more than 11 million holdings in approximately 12 buildings throughout the campus. Considered one of the largest open-stack libraries in existence, the Harvey S.

How do I access Princeton library?

Access and borrowing privileges are provided to individuals who hold a valid Princeton University identification card (TigerCard) with photograph. Spouses, domestic partners, and children (under 23 years of age) of University employees and students who possess a family ID card are also granted library privileges.

What’s the biggest library in the world?

The Library of Congress
The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world with more than 170 million items. View detailed collection statistics.

What is Princeton’s acceptance rate?

5.8% (2020)
Princeton University/Acceptance rate

Can you visit Princeton campus?

Thank you for your interest in visiting Princeton University. Prospective students are welcome to visit campus and enjoy our outdoor facilities; however, per University policy, visitors will not have access to buildings on campus.

What are the names of the Princeton University Libraries?

Engineering Library 8:30am – 8:45pm Firestone Library 9:00am – 9:00pm 11:00am – 5:00pm (Pick-Up) Lewis Science Library 8:30am – 8:45pm Marquand Art Library 9:00am – 4:45pm Mendel Music Library 9:00am – 4:45pm Mudd Library Closed for renovations Plasma Physics Library Closed Special Collections 9:00am – 4:15pm (by appointment)

What are the hours of the Princeton University Library?

Locations and Hours. Architecture Library Open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Center for Digital Humanities Open 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. East Asian Library Open 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Engineering Library Open 8:30 am to 9:00 pm. Firestone Library Open 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. Lewis Science Library Open 8:30 am to 8:45 pm.

Are there any public events at Princeton University?

Public Events All events at Princeton are subject to cancellation or change due to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation.  On campus events are strongly discouraged and should be postponed or cancelled as soon as possible. Events that include more than 50 people or use more than one-third of their venue’s capacity must be postponed or cancelled.

Is the Princeton University Library closed on Juneteenth?

Library Phone Numbers Research Guides Frequently Asked Questions PUL Hours In recognition of Juneteenth, all Library locations will be closed on Friday, June 18, and Saturday, June 19. All Databases All Search Box *