Libraries - The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Carolina’s
libraries
combine a distinguished history with a vibrant mission of service to the campus and the state. The library system consistently ranks among the top 20 in the country.
Your partner for inquiry and learning
World-renowned library collections, innovative services and expert librarians create an environment for discovery and inspiration at any level and in every discipline. Whether you are a first-year student learning about research and citation or a practiced scholar engaged in specialized inquiry, UNC’s libraries are your trusted partner.
María R. Estorino
Vice Provost for University Libraries and University Librarian
Library Locations & Hours
Places to Study
Media & Design Center
Library Makerspace
Student Jobs at the Library
Library AI Studio
Your UNC One Card is your library card
Your University I.D. card, known as your One Card, also serves as your library card. If you are a member of Carolina Alumni, a library card is a membership benefit. North Carolina residents may buy a borrower’s card for $25 annually.
Learn more about library cards.
Get help from a librarian
Expert librarians are available in person, by phone, by text and by online chat.
Contact the libraries
or find a librarian by
specialty
Find out when a library is open
Different libraries have different hours of operation.
Check library hours
Learn web design, Photoshop and more in free workshops
Check out the dozens of free classes on a variety of subjects through
SkillfUL Tech
at the
Undergraduate Library
Create with 3-D printers, scanners, electronics and more
The
Library MakerSpace
offers all of these resources for students and faculty.
Engage with generative artificial intelligence
The
Library AI Studio
(opening fall 2025) will be a place for all Tar Heels to learn about and experiment with GenAI technologies.
History lives at Wilson Library
From ancient clay tablets, to the University’s founding documents, to Dolly Parton’s first recording and Andy Griffith’s guitar, you can find it at the
Wilson Special Collections Library
, along with exhibits and special events.
Become a friend
Friends of the Library enrich the experience of every Tar Heel. When you make a gift to the University Libraries, you automatically become a Friend of the Library. Friends who make a gift of $25+ annually will receive Windows magazine and special notification of events and exhibitions.
Become a Friend
today.
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recording by country music icon Dolly Parton in the Southern Folklife Collection
Dozens
of free classes to learn web design, Photoshop and more
10
million + books, journals, photos, recordings, and more
Learn about hours, security and study spaces at Davis Library for April 28 reading day before finals.
Lilla Megyeri was unsure about artificial intelligence but now embraces it as a premed student and AI fellow at Carolina.
At the Jan. 29 grand opening of the Library AI Studio in Davis Library, attendees explored the PromptLab platform and more.
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