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Main locations
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Walter Library
East Bank
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Wilson Library
West Bank
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Health Sciences Library
East Bank
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Magrath Library
St. Paul
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Andersen Library
West Bank
Closed
more Andersen hours
Until further notice
- Four libraries are open with limited hours
- U Card access only
- Face coverings optional if fully vaccinated
- Follow safety protocols
Study spaces
Open and reservable spaces for individual and group study.
Popular databases
Research guides by subject
Get started with these databases.
Collections
Connect with materials in our general collections or access some of our unique materials.
General collections
Search for books, articles, journals, streaming media, maps, music, and more, or get started with research guides.
Course materials
Access course reserves, find open textbooks, and get free required course readings.
Digital collections
Search or browse our digital archives, exhibits, and special projects.
Distinctive collections
Explore our topical and regional collections of distinction.
Archives and Special Collections
Primary sources and unique materials collected and preserved in our archives.
Leisure reading
Our collection extends to leisure reading, an important part of well-being and growing understanding.
Services
Connect with Libraries experts to support your studies, teaching, and research.
Student support
Services to help with classes, assignments, and research papers using research consultants, tutors, and help with media.
Instruction support
Services help you find quality course materials that fit your class, integrate information literacy and research inquiry skills into your course and offer expertise on learning the research process and using our resources and services.
Research support services
Researcher support services provides U of M scholars and academics quick access to information and tools to plan, conduct, and disseminate their work.
News and events
News
New clinic opens in Wilson Library
A new space that has opened up on the fourth floor of Wilson Library is in the Libraries but not of the Libraries. It is a new Boynton Mental Health Clinic for students, which will be important to some students’ success.
Exhibit
An intern opens up new views
Library student John Cole is scanning artifacts from the Wangensteen Historical Library in 3D, offering an advantage for very fragile items — as well as for virtual instruction.
Events
- ONLINE: Library 101: Using the Libraries website and databases effectively
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Online workshop - ONLINE: Introduction to UMN Libraries website and search tools for new graduate students
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Online event - ONLINE: Introduction to UMN Libraries website and search tools for new graduate students
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Online event - IN PERSON: Bullet Journaling for Motivation
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Toaster Breakerspace (Walter Library Basement)
The Libraries welcomes learners and scholars from all cultures and backgrounds.
Our approach to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility