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Library building of Bucknell University
Bertrand Library
The building in 2012, looking east
40°57′16″N 76°52′57″W / 40.954423°N 76.882637°W / 40.954423; -76.882637
LocationLewisburg, Pennsylvania, U.S.
TypeAcademic
Established1951 (74 years ago) (1951)
Access and use
Access requirementsBucknell faculty, students and staff
Other information
WebsiteBertrand Library

Bertrand Library is the library of Bucknell University. Built in 1951, it stands at the eastern end of Malesardi Quadrangle. The library, which occupies five floors, is named for Ellen Clarke Bertrand, who contributed $800,000 and a library endowment fund to the university.

The building's cornerstone was laid on February 24, 1951, just under a year after ground was broken on the project. It was formally opened on September 26, 1951.

On Christmas Eve 1960, a fire damaged the library's roof and clock tower; no books were lost, however, and water damage was minimal. Repairs were completed in 1961.

The library is a member of the Federal Depository Library Program.

  • Clocktower detail Clocktower detail

References

  1. Public Relations. "Bertrand Library". Bucknell University History.
  2. adviser; Marks, Amanda Maltin and Harley (2022-09-30). "Poll: Which Floor of the Library is Best?". The Bucknellian. Retrieved 2024-10-23.
  3. ^ "Bertrand Library - 1965". www.departments.bucknell.edu. Retrieved 2024-10-23.
  4. "Research by Subject". researchbysubject.bucknell.edu. Retrieved 2024-10-23.
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