James Branch Cabell Library Hours

At this time, access to VCU Libraries buildings and some services is generally limited to VCU students, faculty, and staff. For more information, visit our COVID-19 response FAQ.

Today's hours

Spring Semester Regular Hours

Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

* Hours subject to change

Spring Semester Exceptions

Tuesday, February 23: open at 8:30 a.m.

We will offer expanded hours between Sunday, April 25 - Thursday, May 13, 2021:

Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Friday 7:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Front Door Pickup

Request physical materials from VCU Libraries collections with our new Front Door Pickup service.

Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Please note, Front Door Pickup is not available when Cabell Library is closed.

Chat

Get assistance when you need it.

Sunday: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. - Midnight
Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: Unavailable

Text us: (804) 435-5420 chat status [View Image] during library building hours.

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The Workshop

The Workshop is on the lower level, Cabell Library: theworkshop@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3594.

Remote Support Via Zoom

Monday-Friday during departmental open hours.

Special Collections and Archives

Special Collections and Archives is on the fourth floor, Cabell Library: libjbcsca@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1108.

Hours: By appointment only.

Starbucks

Starbucks is on the first floor near the library's main entrance. View Starbucks' semester hours.

VCU Technology Services IT Support Center

VCU Technology Services IT Support Center is located on the lower level of Cabell Library in room B-9a. IT support hours.