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Smathers Library Centennial
For a century, we've supported students, enhanced faculty resources, and aided research. In 2025, we celebrate the Smathers Library centennial at the University of Florida. From one building, we've grown into Florida's largest academic resource system with statewide branches and affiliates. Join us to celebrate our history and envision our future.
FEATURED LIBRARY EVENT
FEATURED LIBRARY EVENTS
Upcoming Events
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Nov 07
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Revolutionary Power of Storytelling: Children’s Literature
Smathers Library, 1508 Union Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611, USA Room 100
9:00am to 5:00pm
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Nov 13
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Introduction to Citation Management with Zotero
11:30am to 12:00pm
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Nov 17
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Beads, Steps, Stories
Smathers Library, 1508 Union Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611, USA
12:30pm to 3:00pm
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Nov 20
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Global Games at LibWest
Library West Humanities & Social Sciences, 1545 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32603, USA
1:00pm to 4:00pm
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Mar 31
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Annual Michael Gannon Lecture-Lecturer: Rick Atkinson
Smathers Library, 1508 Union Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611, USA
4:00pm to 5:00pm
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Haunted Hallowest
October 31st, 11am-1pm @ Library West
Trick-or-Treat at Library West! Get in the spirits and learn about our boooooks! We invite you to visit three decorated tables in Library West for candy, spooky vibes, and library fun. Costumes welcome!
FEATURED eXHIBIT
Smathers Library Gallery (2nd floor), 09/24/25 – 12/12/25
Zora Neale Hurston: Leave Your Mark
Zora Neale Hurston’s impact is not limited to her anthropological, ethnographical, and literary contributions. It extends to her ability to persevere through trials and tribulations. By observing Hurston’s works, we reinforce her significance. This exhibit calls you, the visitor, to be empowered to do what Hurston and so many of our ancestors had to do during incomprehensible times. LEAVE YOUR MARK! Curated by Genesis Leonard under the guidance of Lourdes Santamaría-Wheeler. All exhibits are free and open to the public during the same hours as the building in which they are housed, unless otherwise specified and with occasional exceptions for maintenance.
News and Highlights
UF Students Thrive During Fall Library Events
Fall Fest The annual Libraries student outreach event took place on Wednesday, October 22 at the Reitz Union. 513 participants visited tables featuring information on borrowing, spaces and tools and…
Senator Nelson Celebrates the Smathers Centennial with Keynote Address
On Saturday, October 25, Senator Bill Nelson spoke with guests about George A. Smathers’ legacy at the University of Florida and beyond as a part of the Smathers Centennial celebration.…
Intrepid 5K Runners Visit All Six Campus Libraries
The first official Smathers Centennial 5K race was held on Sunday, October 26 at 8am outside of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. More than 255 runners and walkers made their way…
Beloved Children’s Book Illustrator’s Works Donated to Baldwin Collection
The Baldwin Library of Historical Children’s Literature received a special donation of books from the family of the late Ed Young (1931-2023), a Caldecott Medal-winning children’s book author and illustrator. “Our…
