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117 Pleasant St SE
Minneapolis, 55455 United States Get Directions

Walter Library received its name in 1959 in honor of Frank Keller Walter, who held the position of University Librarian from 1921 until his retirement in 1943.

More information about Walter’s visionary leadership at the University Libraries can be found on his biography page.

Built in 1922/23, Walter was first opened to the public as the University of Minnesota’s main library in 1924. The building went through a major renovation from 1999-2002 and remains one of the architectural treasures of the Twin Cities campus.

See our Building History & Facts page for more information about the building.

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Bullet Journaling for the New Year: A Toaster Makerspace Workshop

Walter Library 117 Pleasant St SE, Minneapolis, United States

Grab your notebook, pen, and aspirations for 2026! Learn how to set up bullet journal layouts and practice making your own. Join us on Wednesday, January 7 from 12 - 1:00 p.m. in the Toaster in the basement level of Walter Library. You can make bullet journaling work for New Year goals, semester planning, or yearly lists -- birthdays, holidays, reading, movies -- the sky is the limit.

Free, no experience necessary. We'll provide dot grid paper or you can bring your own journal! Register in advance.

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Research, Reading, and Writing in an Era of AI

Walter Library 117 Pleasant St SE, Minneapolis, United States

In mid-January, the hottest place to be is the Walter Library! The Writing Across the Curriculum Program and University Libraries warmly invite UMN faculty members, graduate instructors, and teaching assistants to join us for a productive and collaborative day focused on teaching and supporting students with researching, reading, and writing.

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