Access Guide: X̱wi7x̱wa Library

Location

adjacent to First Nations Longhouse, 1985 West Mall

Collection

supports UBC First Nations Programmes and focuses on First Nations in British Columbia

Telephone

822-8738 (information); 822-2385 (head librarian)

Home page

http://xwi7xwa.library.ubc.ca/

Maps

Detailed key plans of the X̱wi7x̱wa Library are available in print format from Campus Planning (tel: 822-8228).

Access Information

Summary

There is wheelchair access from above the Longhouse and Library (West Mall and central campus). Use ramp approach at the south end of the building.

Parking

Two spaces in front of the Longhouse (Lower Mall) are designated for handicapped parking. Paid parking is available in the Fraser River and West Parkades.

Building and library entrance

Approach the library via or around the First Nations Longhouse, along the planked walkway. There is no signage to the library but it is visible from the road. The library entrance is through a heavy door.

Library catalogue and computers

The terminals are at table-height.

Book stacks

The width between stacks is spacious, but the top shelves are high.

Washrooms

There is a private, unisex, accessible washroom with modified public stalls in the library, through heavy doors.

Photocopiers

A regular photocopier is available in the library.

Public telephones

Public telephones are available in the Longhouse.