Gerstein Science Information Centre

In 1996/97 the Frank Gerstein Charitable Foundation made a  donation to the previously named Science and Medicine Library and the library became known as the Gerstein Science Information Centre.

Prior donations in 1990-93 from full time undergraduate students improved the disabled entrance to the building.

Beginning in the early 2000's, a series of gifts from the Morrison family inspired the construction of the library's Morrison Pavilion which is dedicated to study space for students. The Bertrand Gerstein Family Foundation made donations which aided in  the restoration of the beautiful ceiling and skylight of the original reading room, now called the Gerstein Reading Room.  The Marvin Gerstein Reading Room was also modified and now shows its previous beauty.

Donations from George Kiddell and the estate of Dorothy Ashbridge Bullen have enhanced facilities within the library.

The building renovations designed by Diamond & Schmitt Architects between 2001-2008  have received several architectural awards; see details about the awards.

The staff of the library created a short video, with sound,  outlining the building's history and it can be seen here.

For information about this library contact the director Sandra Langlands 416.978.6370.