What brings you joy? Whether it’s cozying up with a new book, learning a new skill, gathering with community or something else, you can find your joy at your favorite library.

National Library Week, April 19–25, 2026, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. 

At Duke University Libraries, we invite the community to join the celebration! Whether you're a student, staff or faculty member, or just visiting campus, our campus libraries serve as hubs for learning, creativity, and connection, helping people of all ages explore new ideas and opportunities. 

First celebrated in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries of all types across the country each April.

Join us for two special National Library Week events at Perkins Library: 

Tote Bag Screen Printing with Super G Print Lab
Tuesday, April 21, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Lobby outside von der Heyden Pavilion (near the e-Printers)

Join us and Super G Print Lab (founded by Duke Visual Arts faculty member Bill Fick) and pick up a tote bag with a custom-drawn Duke University Libraries design. Get yours while supplies last.

National Library Week at Duke: Crafternoon
Thursday, April 23, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Lobby outside von der Heyden Pavilion (near the e-Printers)

The theme for National Library Week this year is "Find Your Joy." Whatever brings you joy, stop by and pick up some library buttons, coloring sheets, colored pencils, candy, stickers, and more. Get in touch with your artistic side and show us what brings you joy!