Skip to Main Content

Library Spaces

Café and Study Lounge

The Library Café and Study Lounge share a separate space in the James B. Duke Library. They can be accessed from the Duke Library front porch. The space can be accessed with a Palacard, and it may be closed during extended university holidays.

The Library Café

The café offers a selection of grab-and-go and made-to-order hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, salads, smoothies, and snacks. View library café menu.

Academic Year Hours

  • Mon - Thu: 8am - 8pm
  • Friday: 8am - 4pm
  • Sat - Sun: Closed

Summer and Interim Break Hours

  • Closed

Study Lounge

Maximum Capacity: 14 people

Opened seven days per week via card swipe, the Study Lounge is closed each morning 5AM-7AM for cleaning. Three desktop computers, a printer/scanner, and mobile dry erase boards are available in this space.

Safety features in this space include security video cameras and an emergency phone to contact University Police.