Visiting the UIC Library

Maps and more, to visit our physical Libraries (in Chicago).

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For other branches, see:

Before you arrive, you need a current (“green”) health check daily pass and a recent saliva test. Studying at the Library requires a seat reservation. Masks may be required.

Please see our current Library Hours. If you wish to browse special collections, please also consult Special Collections and University Archives for relevant visiting information.

To enter the Daley Library, you will need to access the building at the southeast entrance (the IDEA Commons) with your UIC i-card.

Seat registrations are organized into lettered “Zones”, indicated on the downloadable maps below.

For location-specific information (events, etc.) for the Chicago campus libraries, please see:

For more on the UIC Library’s plans for re-engagement, please see COVID-19 Details for UIC Libraries.

For campus-level maps, see UIC Maps.