Shields Library

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100 NW Quad
Davis, CA 95616

The Peter J. Shields Library, located at the heart of the UC Davis campus, serves as the main library for the university, offering a wide range of collections in arts, humanities, social sciences, and various scientific disciplines. With a rich history dating back to the founding of the campus in 1908, the library has grown to become one of the largest and busiest buildings at UC Davis, attracting nearly 1.7 million visitors annually, primarily students.

As a LEED Gold certified facility known for its sustainability practices, the Peter J. Shields Library features over 300 pieces of art on display and is a hub of academic activity, providing study spaces, resources, and services to support the research and learning needs of the university community. From its archives and special collections to its innovative data lab, the library plays a vital role in fostering academic excellence and intellectual exploration at UC Davis.

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Scott H.
1/24/2025

I am rapidly becoming an expert on reviewing libraries. I have the kind of job where I have to periodically stop somewhere and have an online meeting or do some serious online work. And I have a...

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Monica C.
5/5/2025

Shields Library is a neat library located on the UC Davis campus. It's open to the public. Parts of the building and elevators feel a bit dated, but that adds to its character and charm. It's a...

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David B.
5/11/2023

Spent too much time here. It's a great resource for high schoolers but everything these days is online and more up to date than the stacks. One thing that this place has ALWAYS been good for...

Jeffery N.
5/6/2025

Normal library other than room 91 worker, useless and unable to help me print in the slightest

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Gisele X.
3/5/2018

The best library hours on Sunday in the region - when UC Davis is in session. Open from noon until midnight. A wide array of lighting options and seating options. Some like it dark, some like it...

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