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Accessibility & LanguageJuly Take a trip down University Library memory lane
Take a trip down University Library memory lane
The Quadrangle, University of Galway
Jul
13
2026
Posted: 11:15 IST
University of Galway is opening its doors to students, staff, alumni and the public with a special open day for trips down memory lane at the James Hardiman Library.
The unique opportunity is being offered as the University prepares to say goodbye to the James Hardiman Library, after more than half a century of service.
The open day takes place on Saturday, July 25th and runs from 11am-3pm.
Visitors are also being asked to share the stories that made it so much more than just a building and place for studying and learning.
Anyone who is interested in coming along for a visit full of fond memories, nostalgia and fun can register online in advance at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/alumni-friends/upcomingalumnievents/slan-jameshardimanlibraryopenday/
University of Galway Librarian Monica Crump said: “As we prepare to move from the James Hardiman Library to the new Dr Karen Guinee Library in 2027, we invite University of Galway alumni, former staff and the people of Galway to come and visit the James Hardiman Library one last time on July 25th between 11am and 3pm.
“Come and revisit your favourite seat in the Library, rekindle your memories of browsing the shelves and say one last goodbye to the James Hardiman Library. We’d love to hear your memories of your time in the Library - the late-night study sessions, the friendships and romances that blossomed over shared notes, the stressful deadlines, the eureka moment, the laughter, the procrastination, and the unforgettable moments in between.
“Help us honour the library and the role it has played in university life over the last 53 years by joining us on this day of celebration.”
The open day is planned as the University looks ahead to the opening of the new Dr Karen Guinee Library in 2027. The new library is named in honour of Dr Karen Guinee, a gifted and compassionate medicine graduate who completed her education and training as a doctor with distinction. The commemorative naming follows a significant philanthropic gift from the Michael Guinee Charitable Foundation, which is also supporting the establishment of a new scholarship for medical students in memory of Dr Guinee.
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