Baker-Berry Library

Baker-Berry Library is the main library at Dartmouth College and holds more than two million books across humanities, mathematics, sciences, and social sciences. The building features multiple floors and study areas, plus digital resources you can access from various locations within the structure.

The Baker section opened in 1928 as a gift from George Fisher Baker in memory of his uncle, starting with 240,000 volumes. The building expanded over time with additional wings to meet growing research needs and eventually became the comprehensive library it is today.

The walls inside feature José Clemente Orozco's mural 'The Epic of American Civilization', which tells stories about American civilization through visual art. You can see these paintings directly as you move through the library and experience how they shape the space around you.

The library has several entry points, including through Novack Café, making it easy to access different areas of the building. You will find individual study spaces, group rooms, and work areas throughout the structure for research and learning.

The building's tower rises about 200 feet above campus and was designed to echo the architecture of Independence Hall in Philadelphia. Most visitors do not notice this architectural connection even though the tower is one of the most recognizable features of the library.

Location: New Hampshire

Inception: 1928

Part of: Dartmouth College

Website: https://dartmouth.edu/~library/bakerberry

GPS coordinates: 43.70545,-72.28870

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:07