Host an Event in Sterling Memorial Library
We welcome requests from the Yale community to reserve space for events that support our mission, vision, and strategic direction.
Priority will be given to events advancing teaching, research, and learning, inclusive programs and services, and our commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
We reserve the right to decline space requests that are not aligned with our mission. Our reservable spaces are listed below; please note the L&B Room and Nave are not reservable spaces.
Reservable Spaces
Room 177 (Capacity 22 people)

The Lecture Hall and Memorabilia Room (always reserved together)
Lecture Hall


Memorabilia Room (Capacity 30 people)

Lecture Hall Layout Options
Layout 1: semi-circle facing 2 monitors with podium between monitors, seating up to 110:
Layout 2: auditorium style facing the large screen with a podium up front, seating up to 120:
Layout 3: boardroom-style seating up to 29 at the tables:
Layout 4: classroom-style seating up to 30:
Layout 5: banquet-style with a maximum of 8 round tables with 10 people at each table (80 people seated):
Timeline
Room reservations must be submitted at least 3 weeks before your event.
Fees
Photo Policy
Food Policies
Noise Levels
Please be mindful of the noise level of your event, as library patrons are also using the building for research and study.