Alumni Library

Alumni Library is an academic building at Miami University offering large reading areas, extensive book collections, and specialized spaces for research and scholarly work. The building provides access to digital collections, government documents, and specialized databases that support academic research.

Frank Packard designed the building in Lombardic Romanesque style in 1910 with major funding from the Carnegie Corporation of New York. This investment reflected the library's central importance to the university's early development.

The library holds works created by Miami University students and faculty, reflecting the institution's academic work and scholarly output over time. This collection shows the intellectual traditions and research commitments that define the university.

Visitors can use various areas of the building for study and research, with staff available to help with questions. It helps to check beforehand what materials or services might be available that fit your research needs.

The building houses a bronze copy of Jean-Antoine Houdon's famous George Washington statue, given as a gift in 1920. This replica is a rare example of permanent artworks that remain on display within the academic space.

Location: Ohio

Inception: 1910

Architects: Frank Packard

Part of: Miami University

GPS coordinates: 39.50570,-84.73730

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:20