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Walter Library
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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School spirit study break: Gopher bracelet making

Walter Library 117 Pleasant St SE, Minneapolis, United States

Celebrate Gopher Football as they take on Iowa for the Floyd the pig statue and join us in the atmospheric Upson room (Walter Library room 102) for studying, maroon and gold Gopher spirit friendship bracelet making, music and snacks.

Free

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Celebrating Walter Library at 100

Walter Library 117 Pleasant St SE, Minneapolis, United States

Join us Oct. 1 for an open house and help us celebrate the 100th birthday of Walter Library. The evening kicks off with a brief presentation that explores the evolution of the University Libraries — including the history of Walter Library, shifting approaches to caring for our rare and unique collections, and how the Libraries continues to change to meet the ongoing needs of scholars, students, and community users. Afterward, you will have an opportunity to engage in hands-on activities, enjoy refreshments, and interact with our expert librarians and archivists.

Free

Walter Library 100 Pop-Up Exhibit – Family Weekend

Walter Library 117 Pleasant St SE, Minneapolis, United States

Stop by Walter Library and explore a mini-exhibit about the history and construction of the first “new” library on campus. Meet in the unique and historic Upson Room (room 102) to explore campus history and view blueprints, then and now images and more.

Free
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