"The stacks" refers to the area east of the main entrance and the reference and information desks where the library's print collections are stored and where meeting spaces, study rooms, and carrels are located. The stacks cover five floors, including Floors 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8. You can get to any of these floors by stairs or elevator.

Here is a chart that breaks down the locations for call numbers in the stacks. Materials are stored in the stacks by call number according to Library of Congress classification principles. Below is a handy guide on how to read the call numbers you find with every item on Acorn and how to tell what they say about an item's location in the stacks.

If you have trouble finding an item, or if you need directions or assistance, please ask at the reference or information desks for help with locating materials in the stacks. Anyone at the desk will be glad to help you.