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Charles Deering Memorial Library

Charles Deering library outside view

The Charles Deering Memorial Library is a campus architectural landmark designed by James Gamble Rogers. Built in 1933, it was modeled after King's College Chapel in Cambridge, England. Deering Library served as the library's main library until 1970 and now houses several distinctive collections. The library was named for Charles H. Deering, a Northwestern benefactor and a patron to the arts.

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Location

1937 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60208

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Collections

Deering Library is home to the following distinctive collections:

Building Architecture

building architecture

Deering Library was designed by James Gamble Rogers, a renowned architect of the Collegiate Gothic style. Learn about the neo-gothic architecture of Deering Library.

Stained Glass Windows

stained glass windows

The Library's 68 stained glass window medallions represent literary, mythological and historical scenes. Many can be seen in the Martin and Architecture Reading Rooms.

Portraiture at Deering

bohemio portrait

Among the Library's artwork is El Bohemio, portrait of composer Erik Satie. Charles Deering acquired the painting from its artist Ramón Casas in the 1890s. Read about Library art.