The Yale University Library is a comprehensive research library that serves the students, faculty, and staff of Yale University. The library's hours of operation vary depending on the location and the time of year. The main library, Sterling Memorial Library, is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 10:00 pm, Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Sunday from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Library Hours by Location
The Yale University Library has several locations, each with its own hours of operation. The following are the hours for each location:
Sterling Memorial Library
Sterling Memorial Library is the main library and is open:
- Monday through Thursday: 8:30 am to 10:00 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Bass Library
Bass Library is a popular study space and is open:
- Monday through Thursday: 8:30 am to 2:00 am
- Friday: 8:30 am to 10:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am to 2:00 am
Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library
Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library is open:
- Monday through Friday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Sunday: Closed
Law Library
Law Library is open:
- Monday through Thursday: 8:00 am to 11:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am to 9:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
| Library Location | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Sterling Memorial Library | Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am - 10:00 pm, Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm |
| Bass Library | Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am - 2:00 am, Friday: 8:30 am - 10:00 pm, Saturday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm, Sunday: 10:00 am - 2:00 am |
| Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library | Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday: Closed |
| Law Library | Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm, Saturday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm, Sunday: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Library Services and Resources
The Yale University Library offers a wide range of services and resources to support the academic and research needs of its users. Some of the services and resources include:
Research Assistance
The library offers research assistance from trained librarians and staff. Users can ask for help with finding sources, citing sources, and using library resources.
Interlibrary Loan
The library offers an interlibrary loan service that allows users to borrow books and other materials from other libraries.
Study Spaces
The library has a variety of study spaces, including quiet study areas, group study rooms, and collaborative workspaces.
Digital Collections
The library has a large collection of digital resources, including e-books, articles, and databases.
What are the library’s hours during holidays and breaks?
+The library’s hours may be reduced during holidays and breaks. It’s best to check the library’s website for the most up-to-date information.
Can I borrow books from other libraries?
+Yes, the library offers an interlibrary loan service that allows users to borrow books and other materials from other libraries.
Are there quiet study areas in the library?
+Yes, the library has quiet study areas, as well as group study rooms and collaborative workspaces.
