Astronomy Library
At the Michael D. Papagiannis Astronomy Library, our collection includes books in all areas of the field, current journals, and a comprehensive collection of sky atlases and maps. We support BU’s astronomy and astrophysics programs as well as research conducted by faculty and staff of the Astronomy Department, the Center for Space Physics, and the Institute for Astrophysical Research. We are located on the sixth floor of the College of Arts & Sciences building at 725 Commonwealth Avenue.
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Research & Resources
- Research Databases: A-ZFind articles and more
- Astronomy & Astrophysics Research GuideFinding and citing resources
Borrowing Books: Please visit the Astronomy Library to borrow books.
Returning Books: Books from this library can be returned at any open library location and at the book drops outside other BU Libraries locations and the George Sherman Union.
Teaching & Learning
- Course Reading ListsReading Lists for Science, Engineering, and Mathematics courses
- Course Reserves For InstructorsAdding Materials to Reserves and Reading Lists
- InstructionContact the Astronomy and Physics Librarian to arrange an in-class instruction session