A major library at McGill University housing one of North America’s largest academic collections in the humanities and social sciences.
At a glance
The McLennan Library Building stands at the heart of McGill University’s downtown campus, situated at the corner of Sherbrooke and McTavish Streets. Paired with the adjacent Redpath Library Building, it forms the Humanities and Social Sciences Library—the largest branch of McGill University Library and a vital research resource for the institution and the broader Montreal academic community.
History
The library serves as a cornerstone of McGill’s educational infrastructure, supporting the university’s mission in teaching and research across the humanities and social sciences disciplines.
What you see
The building’s architectural presence anchors the McGill campus at a prominent downtown location. Its design integrates with the adjacent Redpath Library to create a unified, functional library complex serving the university community.
Cultural significance
As the largest branch of McGill University Library, the McLennan Library Building represents an essential institution for academic scholarship and public intellectual life in Montreal. The combined McLennan and Redpath complex supports advanced research and learning across multiple disciplines.
Key facts
- Location: Montreal (Ville-Marie), Quebec, Canada
- Address: 3459 rue McTavish, corner of Sherbrooke Street
- Coordinates: 45.5033, −73.576
- Affiliated with McGill University
- Houses the Humanities and Social Sciences Library, the largest branch of McGill University Library
Practical information & getting there
The McLennan Library Building is located downtown Montreal on the McGill University campus. You can reach it via public transit using the metro or bus services that serve the Sherbrooke and McTavish area. Visit McGill University’s website for current hours, access policies, and library services.
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