Introduction

The Leatherby Libraries, established in 2004 at Chapman University, is a unifying intellectual and cultural hub for students, faculty, researchers, and staff. The library provides personalized services and relevant collections that support the curricular, creative, and scholarly needs of the Chapman community. Implementing up-to-date technologies and advancements demonstrates the Leatherby Libraries' commitment to offering innovative resources to support academic and research journeys across disciplines. In addition to resources and services, the Leatherby Libraries is proud to house art and artifacts, with exhibitions displayed throughout the building that bring the library's collections to life and inspire learning and discovery.

This self-guided virtual tour allows prospective students, their families, and the Chapman community to explore all the Leatherby Libraries with a few clicks of a button! Each floor is unique and distinctive in its offerings, bringing light to different people, places, and memorabilia.

Whether you are using this resource in person as a guide to explore the Leatherby Libraries or you are enjoying this virtual tour from the comfort of your own home, we are pleased to welcome you to the Leatherby Libraries and invite you to explore our spaces at your own pace.