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Chemistry Library

Today's Hours:

Closed | Library Hours

Phone:

215-898-2177

Email:

chemlib@pobox.upenn.edu

Location:

231 S. 34th Street
Chemistry Laboratories, 1973 Wing
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6323
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Accessibility

Entrance: 231 South 34th Street

The main entrance to the entire Chemistry Complex is through the 1973 Wing and is reached by a ramp on the west side of the building leading to level entry doors. There are elevators located just inside the entrance.

Accessible Entrance

Chemistry Library accessible entrance

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