About the Library

Library Mission

Bowdoin College library staff, services, and information resources advance the pursuit of knowledge and self-enrichment by providing access to the world of information and ideas. In support of that mission, the library serves as an intellectual and cultural gathering place that fosters and enhances learning, education, research, and personal fulfillment.

Basics

Staff directory: By department and name
Hours: Full hours for Hawthorne-Longfellow library and branches
Collections: Discover our unique and specialized materials; includes library branches
Location of Hawthorne-Longfellow Library & branches: Campus map with addresses & phone numbers
Floor directory: Floor-by-floor descriptions of Hawthorne-Longfellow Library and Hatch Library
News & Events: Current and archived library news and events
Exhibits: Current and past library exhibits