Welcome to the Institute of Classical Studies Library and Joint Library of the Hellenic
and Roman Societies
A major resource for those working on research in
the languages, literature, history, art, archaeology
and philosophy of the
ancient Greek and Roman worlds.
Library News
New Acting Director of the Institute of Classical Studies
Professor Mike Edwards has now taken up the Chair of Classics at Trinity St David’s, University of Wales, and has therefore given up the post of Director of the Institute of Classical Studies in London, after more than five years of distinguished service. Professor John North has agreed to take on the post of Acting Director for the calendar year 2012. For more details about him and the appointment, follow this link: Press release. We anticipate that a long-term appointment will be made early in 2013.
Christmas Closing 2011-2012
The Library has now re-opened after the Christmas break and from 3rd to 6th January will close at 6pm.
Saturday Opening
The first Saturday in the Spring term will be on 7th January 2012.
Evening Opening
Evening opening (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays until 8.00 pm) will re-start on Tuesday 10th January 2012.
South Block Lift refurbishment
Work on the two main lifts in the South Block will begin on December 5th 2011 and will continue until May 2012. Only one lift will be out of use at a time whilst this work takes place. We apologise for any inconvenience caused during this time and thank you for your patience.
