Augustus C. Long Health Sciences Library
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Hammer Building - Lobby Level
701 W. 168th St
New York, NY 10032
(212) 305-3605
Hours
Study Spaces
The Knowledge Center at the Health Sciences Library, located on the lobby level of the Hammer Health Sciences Center, welcomes affiliates of Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) and Columbia University during the hours listed below, when ID swipe is not required. In addition, current CUIMC students, faculty, and staff may access the Knowledge Center 24/7 with a valid CUIMC ID. See our Access page for more details on our affiliated clientele.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday-Friday | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
Additional 24/7 Library study spaces are detailed on the Study Spaces page.
Information Desk
The Information Desk is located in the Knowledge Center on the lobby level of the Hammer Health Sciences Center. Services such as book pick-up and return are available from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Thursday and 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday. The Information Desk is closed on University Holidays.
Self-checkout is available 24/7 in the Knowledge Center for the Health Sciences Library's circulating collections and course reserves materials.
Getting Here
The Hammer Health Sciences Building is located on the northwest corner of Fort Washington Avenue and West 168th Street.
By Public Transportation
We are conveniently located near several subway lines (1, A, C) and bus routes (M2, M3, M4, M5). Use Google Map above to find the best route for you.
By Columbia Shuttle
The Columbia Shuttle runs between the Morningside Campus, Harlem Hospital Center and the Health Sciences Campus. This Shuttle is for Columbia Affiliates only.