John A. Prior Health Sciences Library, Medical library at Ohio State University, United States.
The John A. Prior Health Sciences Library is a building at Ohio State University with five floors containing medical literature, electronic databases, and research spaces for health science students. The facility provides access to journals, digital books, and printed volumes through an integrated system.
The building opened in 1971 and received its current name in 1988 to honor John A. Prior's contributions to medical education. The renaming marked an important moment in the university's history.
A large mural by Marguerite Gaudin on the first floor depicts the evolution of human communication throughout history. This artwork shapes the look of the space and connects scientific study with artistic expression.
Plan your visit ahead to make the most of the library's various resources, as the system has multiple layers of access. Access is usually straightforward for students and faculty, though external visitors should check requirements in advance.
The building once housed the Randtriever, the first automated book storage and retrieval system installed in a United States library. This innovative system was a major milestone in library technology development.
Location: Ohio
Inception: 1971
Official opening: 1971
Operator: The Ohio State University
Address: West Tenth Avenue
GPS coordinates: 39.99500,-83.01710
Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:40
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