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About the Library and Our Collections

Our Purpose Statement

Lindell Library supports the mission of Augsburg University by providing welcoming spaces, cultural resources, and shared knowledge. This environment fosters academic success by sparking curiosity, promoting global understanding, and inspiring collaboration. We connect students with each other and the wider world.

Library Policies

Requesting Books

You can request books from the other libraries by clicking on the “Request Item” button in the book record. In most cases, requested books will be delivered to Augsburg within a week.

If you have any problems requesting books, contact the Service Desk at 612-330-1604.

Library Map

Wondering where to go in the building to find what you need? We have a floor-by-floor map just for you.

History of the Library

Sign from circa 1947 announcing the future location of what was to be Sverdrup Library. The building in the background is Augsburg's first Old Main, 1872–1948. View more historical photographs by visiting the University Archives.
  • In 1872, when Augsburg moved from Marshall, Wisconsin, to Minneapolis, the library had 472 volumes. Students who ran the library created an organization called the Idun Society.
  • By 1900, Augsburg had three separate library collections that were each managed by a different group on campus. That year, the three groups created a Library Board overseen by a faculty advisor.
  • In 1919, the library had grown to 12,000 volumes.
  • During the 1920s and 1930s, Augsburg struggled to expand the library, which was necessary in order to meet accreditation standards. It was located in the basement of Old Main.
  • From 1955 to 1997, students, faculty, and staff used George Sverdrup Library, now Sverdrup Hall.
  • Since 1997, the James G. Lindell Family Library has carried on the proud tradition of connecting our community to the resources they need.
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