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When will E.H. Little Library close for renovation?

The library will close after Commencement Weekend, May 2025, for a complete renovation. 

How long will the renovation take?

The renovation will take approximately two years, from Summer 2025 to Fall 2027. The new George Lawrence Abernethy Library is scheduled to open in Fall 2027.

Will I still have access to library materials during the renovation?

Yes! All physical library collections are currently stored offsite at the Library Annex, with materials available through . Digital library collections will remain accessible as usual. 

Where can I study or get help during the renovation period?

Multiple study spaces are available across campus, including:

• Lilly Family Gallery (collaborative study space, open 24/7, information desk, research and digital project consultations, printers & computers)
• Tomlinson Hall Conference Room (silent study space with individual carrels)
• Music Library in Sloan Music Center (quiet study space with reservable study alcoves)
• Dana 221 (archives classes, archives research support)
• Baxter Davidson Room in Chambers (library classes, and group study when not reserved)
• Several Chambers classrooms (2130, 2146, 2164, 3130) for reservable and drop-in group study

What's happening with the John Crosland Jr. Center for Teaching and Learning services?

The Math, Science, and Economics Center has relocated to the E. Craig Wall Jr. Academic Center, while the Writing and Speaking Centers are located in Chambers Building.

Can I still get help with research and digital projects?

Yes! Library staff are available in multiple locations, and consultation services are available by appointment, both virtually and in person. You can  or email us at library@davidson.edu. 

Where will course reserves be located?

Course reserves are located in the Lilly Family Gallery along with other essential services.

What about printing and computer access?

Computers, printing, and scanning services are available in the Lilly Family Gallery. 

Will the library's online resources be affected?

No, all electronic resources, databases, and digital collections will remain fully accessible throughout the renovation period.

Is the library accepting book donations?

Thank you so much for considering us! Unfortunately, we are not currently taking donations as we are preparing our collections for the renovation. If the materials are for Archives and Special Collections, please use  to let us know about your donation, and we’ll contact you when we are in our new spaces and ready to accept materials again!

What's happening with Archives and Special Collections research appointments?

Our appointments have shifted to virtual consultations to help identify available digital collections and develop strategies for moving forward.

Email us at archives@davidson.edu to secure an appointment.

I’d like to have some materials from your collections digitized. What should I do?

These requests will be prioritized for archives course collaborations, student theses, and select campus initiatives.

Please detail your requests via email to archives@davidson.edu.

How can I access special collections materials for my thesis work?

If your thesis requires the use of our materials, let us know ASAP! We will be offering appointments, virtual visits, and scaled-back digitization services.

How do I donate or transfer materials to the archives?

We won’t be able to accept departmental records or donations during the renovation. If you have materials to transfer or donate in the future, please document them using . We’ll get in touch using the contact information you provide when we’re ready to accept items again.

Can we collaborate on a class with Archives and Special Collections?

Please detail your requests via email to archives@davidson.edu.