In addition to our quiet study areas the Library also has group study space, research carrels, and a computer lab.
Can't find the item you are looking for? We are here to help! On top of being able to reach out via email and book consultations, we have an Information Desk you can visit or call at 914-395-2474!
Location | Status | What this means |
Main Library | Books |
Located in the Main Stacks (see our call number map for locations). - Can be checked out for a semester. |
Main Library | 3 Hour Reserve | Located behind the Circulation Desk, give staff the call number. - Can be checked out for limited time (usually 3 hours). |
Main Library | Reference | Located on the Main Level near the Information Desk. - Cannot be checked out. |
Main Library | Oversize | Located on the Lower Level in standalone section near Archives. - Can be checked out for a semester. |
Archives | Located on the Lower Level. - Cannot be checked out, visit sarahlawrence.edu/archives for more information. | |
Music Library | Located at Marshall Field. - Check out depends on item type. |
Location | Subject Area |
Upper Level | A - General Works |
B - Philosophy, Psychology, Religion | |
C - Auxiliary History of Science | |
D - World History and History of Europe | |
E - History of the Americas | |
F - History of the Americas | |
G - Geology, Anthropology, Recreation | |
H - Social Sciences | |
J - Political Science | |
K - Law | |
L - Education | |
Main Level | M - Music and Books on Music |
N - Fine Arts | |
P-PQ - Language and Literature | |
Lower Level | PR-PZ - Language and Literature |
Q - Science | |
R - Medicine | |
S - Agriculture | |
T - Technology | |
U - Military Science | |
V - Naval Science | |
Z - Bibliography, Library Science, Information Science |
What is a Call Number?
The call number is the "address" for a book. Use it to locate books (and other items) at the Library.