Libraries

Robert A. Deshon and Karl J. Schlachter Library for Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning


The Robert A. Deshon and Karl J. Schlachter Library for Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP Library) offers on-site access to an extensive collection of resources. With nearly 100,000 monographs, bound journals, and a wide range of cutting-edge periodicals, the library covers various subjects including fashion design, industrial design, graphic design, architecture, interior design, landscape design, horticulture, art history, art education, and fine art disciplines such as sculpture, drawing, printmaking, and photography. In addition to these resources, the library is proud to house growing special collections that include artist's books, architectural drawings and archives, unique handmade pop-up books, rare elephant folios, and materials related to Cincinnati urban planning.



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Hours

  • Fall Semester Aug. 21 – Dec. 8, 2023
    • Monday – Thursday: 8am – 8pm
    • Friday: 8am – 5pm
    • Saturday & Sunday: 1pm – 5pm
    • Exceptions:
      • Wednesday Nov. 22: 8am – 6pm
      • Thanksgiving, Thurs. Nov. 23 – Sun. Nov. 26: Closed
  • Winter Break Dec. 9, 2023 – Jan. 7, 2024
    • Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm
    • Saturday & Sunday: Closed
    • Exceptions:
      • Holiday Closure, Mon. Dec. 25 - Mon. Jan. 1: Closed

Contact Information

Aronoff Center for Design and Art

Robert A. Deshon and Karl J. Schlachter Library for Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning 
5480 Aronoff Center for Design and Art
2600 Clifton Ct.
Cincinnati, OH 45221-0016
(513) 556-1335