UCO Chambers Library

Chambers Library will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and is recognized as a federal holiday. Regular library hours will resume on Saturday, June 20!

Education has been at the heart of Edmond’s identity since its earliest days! 🏫

As Edmond grew and the territory moved toward statehood in 1907, education became a central focus of the community. Oklahoma Territory opened its first two-year Normal School on November 9, 1891, with Edmond resident Richard D. Thatcher serving as the first president. Deeply committed to the school’s success, Thatcher moved closer to campus so he could remain actively involved, even while tending to his farm.

A local lawyer, A. H. Classen, donated 40 acres of land to support the establishment of the institution. Another key figure, John Mitch, also played an important role in the founding of the Normal School. In less than a decade, Edmond experienced rapid growth. The school expanded its facilities and enrolled far more students than its founders had originally expected.

Special Collections & University Archives, UCO Chambers Library.

Need plans for this summer? ☀️

Check out our New Books section on the 1st floor—there's something for everyone!

The Eyes & The Impossible by Dave Eggers follows a dog who teams up with an unlikely group of animal friends to navigate a world being shaped by new human infrastructure. It's a heartwarming adventure about friendship, freedom, and seeing the world from a different perspective.

This title is also part of the Ruby Canton Collection—a leisure reading collection curated by library staff and refreshed monthly with new recommendations.

Stop by and see what catches your eye!

Starting June 1st, we will be starting our summer semester hours! ☀️

Sunday: 12–9 p.m.
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m.–12 p.m. (through July 31st)
Saturday: 12–6 p.m.

You can also check our hours of operation on our website!
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