Locations

The University Libraries contain over 2 million volumes as well as periodicals, government publications, microforms, maps, recordings, audiovisual materials, and electronic databases. The University Libraries serves the students, faculty and staff of NIU and is open to the public.

Founders Memorial Library (Main library)

Founders Memorial Library, the main library, has six levels with 314,000 square feet of space and seating capacity for 1600 students.

Directions to Founders Memorial Library

Business Hours

Floor Maps and Services

• Lower Level (PDF file)
• First Floor (PDF file)
• Second Floor (PDF file)
• Third Floor (PDF file)
• Fourth Floor (PDF file)

Faraday Library (Chemistry and Physics)

Faraday Hall, Room 212 (FAR 212)

Business Hours

Music Library

Location: Music Building, Room 175

Phone: 815-753-9002

Business Hours

NIU Outreach Centers: Naperville and Rockford

Online library resources and interlibrary loan service are available to students, faculty, and staff at the NIU Outreach Centers in Naperville, and Rockford. Please see the NIU Academic Center Locations for more information.