Renderings of the Future Carrier Library

It’s an exciting time for JMU, as construction is underway for the renovation and expansion of Carrier Library! Here is a sneak peek at new images of the future Carrier Library, expected to reopen in Fall 2026.

Looking North from Madison Drive
Looking Southeast across Grace Street
Looking West from Grace Street
Looking East
Looking East from Grace Street
West Elevation
South Elevation
First Floor: Open Study in New Addition
First Floor: Looking Towards Service Point & Anatomy Room
First Floor: South Entry Open Study
First Floor: Looking Towards Historic Entry
First Floor: Looking Towards South Entry
First Floor: Open Study in Historic Carrier
Second Floor: Looking Towards Special Collections
Second Floor: Learning Innovations & Design
Second Floor: Historic Carrier Featuring Preservation
Second Floor: Reading Room in New Addition
Third Floor: Grand Reading Room in New Addition
Third Floor: Open Study
Ground Floor: 24-Hour Space from Grace Street Entrance
Ground Floor: Social Space (Daily Seating)
Ground Floor: Social Space (Guest Lecturer)
Section Perspective Through New North Entry
Section Perspective Through Historic Carrier Entry
Section Perspective Through New South Entry
Site Plan