In addition to the Gorgas Renovation Project, we broke ground March 4, 2019 for the expansion of the University Archive Facility!
After three years of planning, construction of the University Archive Facility has finally begun! The University Archive Facility is a structure that is approximately 15,000 square feet and will be built as an addition to the Library Annex. Approximately 1/3 of the new building will be dedicated to space for Special Collections and 2/3 of the space will be used for general collections. The area for Special Collections will be constructed to withstand strong winds. Clean agent fire suppression equipment will be used throughout the new building, and high bay, mobile shelving will be installed to maximize use of the space. The University Archive Facility is expected to be completed and ready for use by late fall, 2019.