Event Spaces
Our policies and procedures for events in Morris Library is under revision. Please contact our Administrative Office (adminoffice@lib.siu.edu; 618-453-2522) with questions.
Event Space Options
Morris Library has a number of rooms of different sizes and capabilities available to rent for SIUC affiliates and off-campus groups.
Rotunda, 1st Floor
- Capacity: 150; most space is standing
- Description:
- Round, open space good for receptions
- High ceiling (22'), elegant carpet
- End tables and soft seating around perimeter
- Adjacent to the Hall of Presidents & Chancellors and the John C. Guyon Auditorium
- Media/technology capabilities:
- No installed media/technology, but outside installation and setup possible
- Sound is possible with portable speaker system
- Presentation technology would be difficult
- Power outlets along walls
- Food and drink acceptable per the library Food & Drink policy
- Small kitchenette facilties in adjacent Hall of Presidents & Chancellors
- Room charges for non-affiliates
- $40/hr.
- $150/half day
- $300/full day
John C. Guyon Auditorium, 1st Floor
- Capacity: 200; theater-syle seating
- Description:
- Appropriate for events such as speakers, movies, and small panel discussions
- Space for speaker (or small panel of speakers) at front, but no raised platform
- Seats on slight incline for good sight lines
- Media/technology capabilities:
- Full media and computer capabilities including surround sound
- Projector with large, movie-sized screen
- Covered drinks only acceptable per the library Food & Drink policy.
- No food allowed.
- Room charges for non-affiliates:
- $60/hr.
- $200/half day
- $400/full day
Hall of Presidents and Chancellors, 1st Floor
- Capacity: 100
- Description:
- Limited availability for rentals (Rentals not allowed before 4pm on weekdays)
- Elegant, long, open rectangular space for dinners or receptions
- All tables and chairs would require delivery and setup
- Media/technology capabilities:
- Speaker-quality sound system installed
- Computer-based projection possible with outside installation and setup
- Food and drink acceptable per the library Food & Drink policy
- Small kitchenette facility available
- Room charges for non-affiliates:
- $80/hr.
- $250/half day
- $500/full day
Special note: The Hall of Presidents & Chancellors is a special area that has meaning to the University beyond the physical space itself. Requests for this space will be granted for events that are appropriate to the setting or complement the history and value of these spaces.
DeJarnett American Heritage Room, 3rd Floor
- Capacity: 14 seated; 30 standing
- Description:
- Elegant and historically-themed room for small meetings and receptions
- Meeting table and chairs
- Various pieces of historical interest
- Media/technology capabilities:
- Computer-based podium
- Projection display and external speakers
- Food and drink acceptable with permission per the library Food & Drink policy
- Small kitchenette facility in adjacent room
- Room charges for non-affiliates:
- $60/hr.
- $200/half day
- $400/full day
Special note: The DeJarnett American Heritage Room is a special room that has meaning to the University beyond the space itself. Requests for this space will be granted for events that are appropriate to the setting or complement the history and value of these spaces.
Rotunda, 3rd Floor
- Capacity: 150; most space is standing
- Description:
- Round, open space good for receptions
- High ceiling, elegant carpet
- Tables and seating around perimeter
- Adjacent to the DeJarnett American Heritage Room
- Media/technology capabilities:
- No installed media/technology, but outside installation and setup possible
- Sound is possible with portable speaker system – under limited situations
- Presentation technology would be difficult
- Power outlets along walls
- Food and drink acceptable per the library Food & Drink policy
- Small kitchenette facilties in adjacent DeJarnett American Heritage Room
- Room charges for non-affiliates:
- $40/hr.
- $150/half day
- $300/full day
Department Conference Room, 480A, 4th Floor
- Capacity: 16-20
- Description:
- Large conference room with dry erase board
- Oval conference table and chairs
- Media/technology capabilities:
- Projection display and external speakers
- Food and drink acceptable with permission per the library Food & Drink policy
- Small prep sink and counter space in room
- Room charges for non-affiliates:
- $40/hr.
- $150/half day
- $300/full day
Classrooms 752 & 754, 7th Floor
- Capacity: 24 each
- Description:
- Can use rooms individually or remove central wall for a capacity of 48
- Classroom-style room with tables and chairs that can be reconfigured
- Great for workshops, symposiums, and break-out sessions
- • Media/technology capabilities:
- Speaker-quality sound system installed
- Lecture podium
- Computer-based projection with two screens
- Plenty of whiteboard space
- Food and drink acceptable with permission per the library Food & Drink Policy
- There is no kitchenette facility on this floor
- Room charges for non-affiliates (per room):
- $40/hr.
- $150/half day
- $300/full day
Make Your Reservations
The Library welcomes campus organizations, University-affiliated groups, and public groups to hold meetings, workshops, special events, etc. in Morris Library. Morris Library does not charge fees for the rental of any of our event spaces to SIU campus affiliates. However, there are fees for non-SIU affiliated groups.
- Read the Public Space and Room Usage Policy at Morris Library to ensure you understand the rules and regulations on using Library spaces.
- Review the Event Space Options and Fees above to find the location that is appropriate for your event and find out the fees.
- Please note: We require an event application to be submitted seven days in advance of an event. For events with alcohol, a minimum of two weeks advance notice is required due to the additional paperwork.
- If you want a tour of the space before/after submitting your request, please contact the Library Administrative Office at 618-453-2522 to schedule a time.
- Library event hours are Monday through Thursday from 8am to 6pm. (Events held outside of normal Library hours will incur an additional fee and will be approved on a case-by-case basis.)
- Complete and submit the Event Space Application to the Library Administrative Office.
- Interested in reserving the Faner Hall Auditorium and/or reception area for an event? Print and submit the Faner Hall event space application as above.
- Interested in creating an exhibit for the 1st Floor Rotunda or library display cases? See our Exhibits page.
- Have questions? See our FAQ.
- Still have questions? Please contact the Library Administrative Office at 618-453-2522 or adminoffice@lib.siu.edu.
The Library welcomes campus organizations, University-affiliated groups, and public groups to hold meetings, workshops, special events, etc. in Morris Library. As of January, 2014, Morris Library does not charge fees for the rental of any of our event spaces to SIU campus affiliates. However, there are fees for non-SIU affiliated groups. Review the rate information for non-SIU affiliates.
- Read the Public Space and Room Usage Policy at Morris Library to ensure you understand the rules and regulations on using Library spaces.
- Review the Event Space Options and Fees above to find the location that is appropriate for your event and find out the fees.
- Please note: We require an event application to be submitted seven days in advance of an event. For events with alcohol, a minimum of two weeks advance notice is required due to the additional paperwork.
- If you want a tour of the space before/after submitting your request, please contact the Library Administrative Office at 618-453-2522 to schedule a time.
- Library event hours are Monday through Thursday from 8am to 6pm. (Events held outside of normal Library hours will incur an additional fee and will be approved on a case-by-case basis.)
- While there are no fees for SIU affiliates, there are fees for non-SIU affiliated groups. Review the rate information for non-SIU affiliates under Event Space Options and Fees above.
- Complete and submit the Event Space Application to the Library Administrative Office.
- Have questions? See our FAQ.
- Still have questions? Please contact the Library Administrative Office at 618-453-2522 or adminoffice@lib.siu.edu.
Information Tables
To reserve the space beside the bust of Abraham Lincoln near the north entrance to Morris Library, use the Event Space Request.