The Library

The College Library is divided into two sections. The Old Library dates from 1624 and houses historic manuscripts, rare books and personal papers. The modern Working Library houses borrowable books and current periodicals, as well as computer and work facilities to which members have 24 hour access.

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College Art and Photography Competition
The entries for the College art and Photography Competition will be on display in the Library Exhibition Area during Easter Term. They may be viewed Mon-Fri 9:00-5:00.

New books
New books added to the Library over the last two weeks. This list is available as RSS feeds which you can subscribe to. You can recommend a book/DVD by using the online recommendation form, or fill in a form available at the Issue Desk.

Library refurbishment
Library refurbishment work takes place from Monday, 2 July to mid-September this summer. Some areas will be closed for access. These areas include the Library Seminar Room; Mezzanine Floor Garden Wing; Third Floor Garden Wing. For health and safety...
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Events

1st May 2012
College Art and Photography Competition

The entries for the College art and Photography Competition will be on display in the Library Exhibition Area during Easter Term. They may be viewed Mon-Fri 9:00-5:00.

14th Jun 2012
Art in the Old Library

A relaxed afternoon drawing session in the beautiful Old Library, hosted by St John's College Art Society and the Butler Project Associate. Inspiration will be provided, with an exhibition of...

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