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The Ohio State University Libraries includes 10 locations on central campus, 9 special collections and libraries on the university's regional campuses.

The Ohio State University Libraries serves the university community on the main and regional campuses with a blend of physical and digital resources, unique special collections and innovative services. University Libraries is committed to providing the resources needed to support teaching, learning and research. The system includes 10 library locations on the university’s main campus and six libra

ries at Ohio State’s regional campuses. University Libraries also includes nine unique special collections for use by Ohio State faculty, students, visiting scholars and the general public. University Libraries is run by 230 (FTE) faculty and staff and more than 400 student workers. University Libraries’ collections include more than six million volumes, vast collections in other traditional library formats and diverse offerings of electronic information resources. Our memberships in OhioLINK, a consortium of 88 Ohio college and university libraries, and the State Library of Ohio provide access to millions of additional books and electronic resources outside of University Libraries’ local holdings.

06/22/2026

June is Pride Month 🌈

06/19/2026

Happy Friday! Enjoy your day off with a few summer campus views. ☀️ 🌳

06/18/2026

Have you ever wondered what a campus job is like with The Ohio State University Libraries? Spend a day with a student worker! ☺️

06/16/2026

Have you heard of CarmenBooks? 📚

CarmenBooks is an amazing feature that can save you time and money on your textbooks! Instead of hunting down your books or borrowing your friend's coffee stained copy, your professor can make your textbook available right in CarmenCanvas through RedShelf.

CarmenBooks can save students up to 80% on textbook costs! The cost is added directly to your course fee and charged to your Statement of Account. No extra checkout process to worry about.

To access your book, just click the CarmenBooks tab in CarmenCanvas. Your textbook will open in a separate tab for the optimal study session, note taking or homework experience. 🙌 📝📚

06/10/2026

Looking for summer study spots? We've got you covered! Here are some of our favorites. ☀️✨

06/08/2026

The 18th Avenue Library will be CLOSED Monday, June 22 at 12 a.m. due to a planned water shut off. The building is expected to re-open at 5 p.m.

Check https://bit.ly/4dXNGws for updates and hours of other library locations.

06/04/2026

Take a look inside the Architecture Library located on the fourth floor of Knowlton. ✨📚🖋️

💻 First Floor (Slide 1):
On the first floor, you can find many helpful resources. This includes public use computers, a printer, cozy study spots, the circulation desk and, of course, tons of books. You can also reserve a study room if you want to meet with a group or need a little more peace and quiet for yourself.

❓ Circulation Desk (Slide 2):
When walking into the Architecture Library, you'll be greeted by the circulation staff. They can help you find and check-out books, locate resources and answer all your questions!

🌟 Second Floor (Slide 3):
The second floor houses our Special Collections Room. The Special Collections Room houses rare and fragile materials. Patrons interested in viewing materials can request access from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday-Friday (during fall & spring semester) or by appointment.

🪑Try sitting in one of the fascinating chairs from the Knowlton Furniture Collection!

📖 Book Check-Out (Slide 4):
The Architecture Library houses over 50,000 volumes and a listing of over 150 periodicals that highlight architectural design, architecture history, landscaping, city planning and graphic design to name a few. The collection is full of drawings, floor plans, sketches, photographs and renderings. Be sure to ask the staff for help to find what you're interested in!

📚 Book Mounts (Slide 5):
If your book is too big, you feel like standing or want to check out the artistry of the library's book mounts, you'll find them on the second floor. These mounts give you the opportunity to stand, stretch and stay organized as you read.

🌳 Rooftop Garden (Slide 6):
Knowlton even has a rooftop garden! Access to the rooftop garden is located right outside of the library. There you'll find greenery and relaxing seating areas if you feel like reading or studying. However, inside the library, you get an amazing view of the rooftop garden too. If you want extra sunlight while you work, sit along the windows!

06/03/2026

Out with the old, in with the new Mac minis and All-In-One computers. Located on the ground and first floor of Thompson, these brand new machines are available for public use. All you have to do is log in with your Buckeye credentials! 🖥️✨

06/02/2026

Join cartoonist Grace Ellis, Meggie Ramm, Matt Feazell and Rafael Rosado for our Summer Workshop Series. It’s a FREE hands-on, imagination-filled experience for families with kids ages 6 and up.

Each workshop dives into the world of cartoons and comics with fun, interactive workshops led by renowned cartoonists. From drawing your own characters to exploring the stories behind your favorite comic strips, there’s something for every young creator (and grown-up, too!) All children must be accompanied by an adult

Registration is encouraged, and supplies are provided.

Location: Will Eisner Seminar Room 205, Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum

Dates:
June 6 - Grace Ellis
June 20 - Meggie Ramm
July 18 - Matt Feazell
Aug. 1 - Rafael Rosado

05/29/2026

Visit the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum galleries now open! ✨

📍: 1813 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43210
🕰️: Tuesday - Sunday 1-5 p.m.
🎟️: Free admission

Current exhibits:
📖The Story of Comics
This exhibition explores comics as an art form, how they work and how they are made, and how they reflect and shape the world around us. 

✍🏽Chris Ware — Life is Complicated
Designed and lightly annotated by the artist, the exhibit includes original drawings, notes and sketches as well as sculptures, paintings and more.

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1858 Neil Avenue
Columbus, OH
43210

Website

http://library.osu.edu/

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