Libraries Hours
The libraries are open! See our COVID FAQ for updates on policies and services, or contact us for help accessing materials remotely.
Checked out materials:
We have extended due dates and waived fines for most materials borrowed from Spring 2020 through Spring 2021. Log into your account to see your checkouts and due dates, or to renew materials. If you no longer need your items, please return them in person or contact us to make alternate arrangements.
**These hours are reduced from normal hours due to COVID-19. They are subject to change, depending on staffing and the progression of the pandemic.** Last updated 5/7/2021.
Also, Note that from Sunday, May 9 to Thursday, May 14 the Mortensen Library will be expanding its hours to close at 2 a.m.
Regular Semester | Intersession
Regular Semester
Feb. 8–May 14, 2021
Mortensen Library
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–2 a.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon–2 a.m.
Allen Library
Monday–Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 2 p.m.–9 p.m.
Intersession
May 15–16, 2021
Both libraries will be closed Saturday, May 15 and Sunday, May 16.
**These hours are reduced from normal hours due to COVID-19 and are subject to change.** Last updated 5/5/2021.
May 15–16 | May 17–June 27 | June 28–July 16 | July 17–Aug. 15 | Aug. 16-22
Holidays: Memorial Day | Independence Day
Intersession
May 15–16, 2021
Both libraries will be closed Saturday, May 15 and Sunday, May 16.
Summerterm
May 17–June 27, 2021
Mortensen Library
Monday–Wednesday: 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Thursday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon–6 p.m.
Allen Library*
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
*Allen staff are available to help you outside these hours, in person, online, or via phone. Please contact Lisa Wollenberg for help or to arrange an appointment.
Important: There will be a construction project to repair Allen Library shelving approximately June 1-18. Large study tables will not be available, Allen will be noisy, and access to some materials will be limited. See our information page for details.
Memorial Day Extended Weekend
Both libraries will be closed Thursday, May 27 through Monday, May 31.
All university buildings will be closed for this extended holiday weekend.
Summerterm
June 28–July 16, 2021
Mortensen Library
Monday–Wednesday: 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon–6 p.m.
Allen Library*
Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
*Allen staff are available to help you outside these hours, in person, online, or via phone. Please contact Lisa Wollenberg for help or to arrange an appointment.
Independence Day
Both libraries will be closed Sunday, July 4 and Monday, July 5.
Summerterm
July 17–August 15, 2021
Mortensen Library
Monday–Wednesday: 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Thursday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon–6 p.m.
Allen Library*
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: To be determined
Sunday: Closed
*Allen staff are available to help you outside these hours, in person, online, or via phone. Please contact Lisa Wollenberg for help or to arrange an appointment.
Intersession
Aug. 16–22, 2021
Mortensen Library
Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
Allen Library
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
**These hours are reduced from normal hours due to COVID-19. They are subject to change, depending on staffing and the progression of the pandemic.**
Regular Semester | Labor Day | Thanksgiving | End of Semester | Intersession
Regular Semester
Aug. 26–Nov. 23, 2020
Mortensen Library
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon–11 p.m.
Allen Library
Monday–Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 2 p.m.–9 p.m.
Labor Day
Sept. 7, 2020
Both libraries will be closed for Labor Day
Thanksgiving
Nov. 24–29, 2020
Mortensen Library
Tuesday, Nov. 24: 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 25: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 26–Sunday, Nov. 29: Closed
Allen Library
Tuesday, Nov. 24: 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 25: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 26–Sunday, Nov. 29: Closed
End of Semester
Nov. 30–Dec. 15, 2020
Mortensen Library
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon–8 p.m.
Allen Library
Monday–Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 2 p.m.–7 p.m.
Intersession and Winterterm
Dec. 16, 2020–Jan. 3, 2021
Mortensen Library
Wednesday, Dec. 16–Friday, Dec. 18: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 19–Sunday, Dec. 20: CLOSED
Monday, Dec. 21–Wednesday, Dec. 23:
Access is by appointment only. Limited staff onsite 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Call the circulation desk (860.768.4264) to arrange access.
Other library services offered online. Contact a reference librarian for assistance.
Thursday, Dec. 24–Sunday, Jan. 3: CLOSED
Allen Library
Wednesday, Dec. 16–Friday, Dec. 18: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 19–Sunday, Dec. 20: CLOSED
Monday, Dec. 21–Wednesday, Dec. 23:
Access is by appointment only. Limited staff onsite 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; other services offered online. Contact Zac Gilbert for access or assistance.
Thursday, Dec. 24–Sunday, Jan. 3: CLOSED
**These hours are reduced from normal hours due to COVID-19. They are subject to change, depending on staffing and the progression of the pandemic.** Last updated 1/19/2021.
Winterterm and Intersession
Dec. 24, 2020–Jan. 31, 2021
Mortensen Library
Thursday, Dec. 24–Sunday, Jan. 3: CLOSED
Monday, Jan. 4–Sunday, Jan. 31:
Access is by appointment only. Limited staff onsite 7:30 a.m..–4:30 p.m. weekdays; closed on weekends. Call the circulation desk (860.768.4264) to arrange access.
Other library services offered online. Contact a reference librarian for assistance.
Exception
Monday, January 18: CLOSED for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Allen Library
Thursday, Dec. 24–Sunday, Jan. 3: CLOSED
Monday, Jan. 4–Sunday, Jan. 31:
Access is by appointment only. Limited staff onsite 8:30 a.m..–4:30 p.m. weekdays; closed on weekends. Contact Zac Gilbert to arrange access.
Other library services offered online. Contact Lisa Wollenberg for assistance.
Exception
Monday, January 18: CLOSED for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Note
The Harrison Libraries generally follow the operating hours of the University of Hartford during times of severe weather or in other emergency situations. However, in some cases where the University is closed for an extended time, the libraries will be open limited hours for residential students only. Please consult www.hartford.edu for specific storm and emergency advisories.