Georgetown University owes the beginnings of its library to its third president, Louis Guillaume Valentin DuBourg, who in 1796 brought with him more than 100 volumes from Baltimore.
Watch this space for news and events as the Library celebrates its 230th anniversary!
Upcoming Events
February 25, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Lauinger Library, 5th Floor
Please join us for a reception and guided tour of Georgetown University Library’s Special Collections and Archives, featuring materials that highlight Black history. This event is co-sponsored by the Georgetown University Library and the Georgetown University Diaspora (GUD).