Watson Library Hours

Printable hours schedule (pdf)

Services in Watson

All service locations are closed when the building is closed.

Between May 16 – August 23, Research Help will be provided 9a – 5p Monday – Friday (excluding the holidays observed on 5/25, 6/19, and 7/3) at https://lib.ku.edu/ask, while in-person service will be available from 12-5pm.

Library stacks open for browsing or submit Retrieve from Shelf requests for items needed.

GIS & Data Lab (Room 425)

Open for walk-in use when Watson Library is open.  See GIS & Data Lab for more information.  For information about remote access to lab resources via KU's Virtual Lab, see GIS & Data Lab.

International Collections

Library stacks open for browsing or submit Retrieve from Shelf requests for items needed.

Contact International Collections to schedule a consultation; see International Collections faculty & staff contact list.

Research Help

Research help will be provided on site in Watson Library or via the Ask a Librarian service during hours listed.  Virtual consultations and appointments also available.