February 2026
The Biblio File
Tips from the Library for Bowdoin faculty, students, and staff.
New Interim Director
Kat Stefko
There is a warmth to the Bowdoin Library, fueled by the enthusiasms of our remarkable staff and the shared sense of wonder, discovery and curiosity that permeates the Bowdoin community. I am deeply humbled and thankful to have this short window in which to lead it.
Request Materials
Access libraries, locally and worldwide, in physical or digital format.
Library Takeout & Digital Delivery
Request from Bowdoin's collection, delivered to the hold shelf at H-L, or have a chapter digitized to your inbox.
Delivery in hours or days.
CBB
Borrow Colby and Bates materials for the same loan duration as Bowdoin, requestable directly from our catalog.
Delivery in days up to a week.
MaineCat
Use your OneCard to request physical items from any participating Maine library.
Delivery in 1-2 weeks.
ILL
Request digital and physical resources worldwide, in your preferred format where possible.
Delivery variable; typically 1-3 weeks.
New Databases
Access from on- or off-campus.
African Newspapers
The British Library Collection
Nearly 60 newspapers from across the African continent, all published before 1900.
Caribbean Newspapers
1718 - 1876
The largest online collection of 18th- and 19th-century Caribbean newspapers.
New Exhibit
A Wide Variety of Views
The Photography of Leon B. Strout
A Brunswick local, Strout (1869-1937) gained commercial success in the early twentieth century as a skilled photographer, often featuring Brunswick and the surrounding area.
Upcoming Events
Audubon Page-Turning
Printmaker Sherrie York is this month's guest speaker.
February 6th, 12:30-1 PM
H-L 3rd floor
Special Collections & Archives
Accessibility Fireside Chat
Informal topics in accessibility, universal design, and campus resources, with hot beverages and cookies.
February 6th, 2-3 PM
H-L Media Commons
Hosted with the Disabled Students Association and the Student Accessibility Office
Brock Clarke Book Launch
Professor Brock Clarke discusses his new book, "Special Election," with moderator Ann Kibbie.
February 12th, 4:30 PM
H-L 3rd floor
Nixon Lounge
Strout Exhibit Launch
Join us for a talk with historian Libby Bischof, followed by an exhibit tour and tea with curator Katie Perry.
February 13th, 2 PM (talk), 3 PM (tour & tea)
H-L 3rd floor, Nixon Lounge (talk)
H-L 2nd floor (tour & tea)
Our Library, Our Future
Construction of H-L Library, 1965.
Strategic Priorities
2025-2028
In a world of constant transformation, the Bowdoin College Library is both a sanctuary for reflection and a catalyst for discovery. Grounded in our core values of curiosity, integrity, and stewardship, we embrace our role as a vital hub for the entire Bowdoin community.