SUNY ESF
Library Hours

Research Help Hours

Librarians are available online to answer questions and help with library research Monday through Thursday from 9am-3pm and Friday from 9am-1pm when classes are in session. Outside of these times, they are available by appointment. When classes are not in session, librarians are available during the same times if the library is open. Just ask at the main desk.

Library Hours*

Check summer and holiday hours carefully when planning your library work.

*subject to change

Fall 2026 Semester Building Hours

August 24, 2026 - December 23, 2026

• Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 11:30 pm
• Friday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Saturday: Library Closed
• Sunday: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

*Exceptions:

• Labor Day
  • September 7, Monday: Library Closed
• Fall Break
  
  • October 11, Sunday: Library Closed
  • October 12, Monday: 08:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Thanksgiving Recess
  
  • November 26 - 27, Thursday - Friday: Library Closed 
• Reading Days
  • December 9, Wednesday: 8:00 am - 12:00 am
  • December 12, Saturday:  1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • December 13, Sunday: 3:00 pm - 12:00 am
• Final Exams
  • December 10 - 11, Thursday - Friday: 8:00 am - 12:00 am
  • December 14 - 15, Monday - Tuesday: 8:00 am - 11:30 pm