A State-of-the-Art Library

In 1992, DePaul University finally built a stand-alone library. It was named after John T. Richardson, DePaul University's ninth president, who served from 1981 to 1993. Designed by Lohan Associates, the library was expected to meet not only the multitudinous needs of faculty and students, but also keep pace with ever-evolving technology.

Construction of the library also changed the look of the Lincoln Park Campus. Seminary Avenue was closed between Fullerton and Belden Streets, creating DePaul's first "quad." Additionally, a hallway was built to connect the library with Scmitt Academic Center.

Presentation Book of Plans for the Richardson Library: Exploded Views of All Floors

Presentation Book of Plans for the Richardson Library: Introduction

Presentation Book of Plans for the Richardson Library, First Floor Plan.

Artist's rendering of proposed reading room, Richardson Library, DePaul University.

Illustration of Proposed Built-In Exhibit Case on First Floor.

Reproduction of a sketch of the proposed library building, and the area which became St. Vincent’s Circle, circa 1990.

Patti Green's illustration of the Richardson Library created for 1991 notecard.

A State-of-the-Art Library

The Way of Wisdom: Building DePaul University Libraries