Memories

Welcome to the Memories page, celebrating 100 years of Douglas Library! Over the past century, the library has been at the heart of student life, learning and research at Queen’s University. Here, you’ll find images showcasing the staff, students, and the iconic spaces that have made Douglas Library such a beloved part of campus. As we reflect on its rich history, we invite you to explore these snapshots of our past and share in the memories that have shaped Douglas Library over the years.

The early years: 1920s-1950s

Aerial view of Queen’s University campus, taken September 1924, just weeks before the official opening of Douglas Library on October 17.

The Era of the First Expansion: 1960s-1980s

The Modern Era and Beyond: 1990s – now

A contemporary view of the entrance to Douglas Library, taken in the fall.
Engineering staff wearing hats and leis at the staff bbq on the Stauffer terrace, circa 2000s.
A contemporary view of students studying at the wooden desks in the 1923 Reading Room, with a large stained glass window in the background.
Five staff members standing in front of a window on the Special Collections floor with busts in the background. One person is holding a sign with a capital letter H.
Five people in a staff meeting sitting around a table,

Douglas Library staff through the years!

A woman is sitting in front of a cabinet of books, and is smiling at the camera.
A man wearing glasses is standing in front of a shelf of library books.