Events and Exhibits: Upcoming Events

Murray Library looks forward to hosting events during the 2025-26 academic year.  All events are free to attend, unless noted ($).
All Messiah Students and Messiah Employees are welcome to join us for these events.

Any events open to the public are noted.

Take a look at the library’s past events and displays!

Upcoming events for Summer 2025 and Fall 2025

• Seed Library Open!
  • Open Now during library hours. Self-service. Choose from Flowers, Herbs, and Vegetables. All seeds are FREE!
• Artist's Book Augmented Reality Exhibition
  • This interactive exhibition explores themes of mindfulness in augmented reality and design. 
  • Stop by Murray Library to see the display in the glass case by the front desk.
• Library Treasure Hunt
  • Tuesday, August 26, 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM
  • For first year, transfer, and NEXT Steps students
  • Explore the library building and the millions of resources that it offers. You’ll get a treasure map to help you to find treasures at 4 special locations throughout the library building.  You’ll be entered for a drawing for a Messiah sweatshirt (of your choice!) and everyone will get some free treats and swag.  It’s an easy way to discover the library and meet the library staff.  Come on your own, or come with some friends.  
  • The activity should take about 15 minutes to complete.
• Pages in Peace: A Read-What-You-Want Book Club
  • Friday, August 29, 12 to 1 PM (Library Athenaeum)
  • Bring your own book or choose from our suggestions
  • Grab a snack
  • Read for about 45 minutes
  • ​​​​Share what you're reading with fellow book lovers
• Trivia Night
  • Friday, September 5, 7 PM
  • Put your knowledge to the test at Trivia Night!  Doors open at 6:45 and trivia starts at 7 PM at Murray Library! We’ll have four rounds of trivia to test your knowledge in a variety of categories. Gather with your friends to form a team or join up with friendly folks when you arrive. Teams can include up to six players. Awesome prizes await the top three teams!
  • Snacks provided, too!
• History of Murray Library Exhibit
  • Friday, October 3 – Monday, October 6, during regular library hours
  • Step back in time and explore the evolution of Murray Library! While the iconic book stacks have stood strong since 1977, the library has undergone many changes since its founding in 1957. This self-guided exhibit invites you to reminisce about your favorite study spots and discover the rich history of a beloved campus landmark.
• Page Break
  • Saturday, October 4, 1:00–2:00 PM
  • Library Athenaeum, Murray Library
  • Registration not required

  • Take a break with a good book at our casual, no-prep book club during Homecoming Weekend! Whether you bring your own book or choose from our curated suggestions, you’ll enjoy a peaceful hour of silent reading followed by relaxed conversation with fellow book lovers. All ages are welcome—just show up and read!

• Crafternoon for National Writing Day
  • Thursday, October 16, 3:30 – 5 PM
  • To be held in the Café area
  • Make your own journal
  • Stickers, stamps, and creative decorations provided
  • Create crafts from old books: Bookmarks and
• Outdated & Obsolete Technologies Display
  • October 28 to January 3
  • Take a nostalgic stroll through the tech of yesteryear! This display features relics from the not-so-distant past. Explore how far we've come in the world of information and communication!
• Exam Cram during Finals
  • The library will be open late for extra hours of studying during finals.  Look for fun and de-stressing activities throughout the library, including coloring pages and free, late-night snacks.
  • Sunday, December 14: Open until 1 AM
  • Monday, December 15: Open until 1 AM
  • Tuesday, December 16: Open until Midnight

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Contact: Library@messiah.edu

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