Welcome to the Drexel Libraries

The Drexel University Libraries provide access to information, resources, and services that inspire curiosity, enable discovery, and empower all members of the University community to be information-literate, global citizens.

We're here to help! Our expert staff provide research and course support for all Drexel faculty, staff and students. Chat, email or visit us in person.

We offer several options for borrowing and requesting items from the Drexel Libraries and beyond, including books, journal articles, newspapers and more.
From individual seats in silent study areas to group study rooms and conference rooms, find a place to work in the libraries.

Explore Our Archives & Collections

Drexel is the steward of multiple special collections, encompassing tens of thousands of items - art objects, historic costumes, artifacts, archival material - and millions of natural scientific specimens.
1932 cathedral-style radio from Drexel's Atwater Kent Collection
Photo of the Reference Department in the Drexel Institute library, circa 1899, from the Drexel University Archives

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DragonCard office DragonCard Discounts Drexel Students Should Know
Your DragonCard can help you get free or discounted services and products on campus and around Philadelphia.
Drexel Recognizes Over 75 Faculty, Staff & Students During the 2025 Authors Event
On Nov. 6, faculty, staff, students, friends and family gathered together to celebrate Drexel authors who published in 2024 during this year's author recognition event.
Jane Austen Portrait Books to Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th Birthday
2025 marks the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth. To celebrate, we've pulled together a list of just a few related books and other resources available through the Drexel Libraries

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Our experts are ready to provide friendly assistance, online and in person. Email LibAssist@drexel.edu to get started. 

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