Doheny Library
 Doheny Library | |
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Type | Academic library |
| Scope | University |
| Established | 1932 |
| Location | University Park, Los Angeles |
| Coordinates | 34°01′12″N 118°17′02″W / 34.0201°N 118.2838°W |
| Branch of | University of Southern California Libraries |
| Other information | |
| Director | Sophie Lesinska |
| Website | https://libraries.usc.edu/locations/doheny-memorial-library |
The Edward L. Doheny Jr. Memorial Library is a library located in the center of campus at the University of Southern California (USC).
After the tragic shooting of his son, the Irish American oil tycoon Edward L. Doheny donated $1.1 million in 1932 to USC to build the Doheny Library. It was designed by architect Ralph Adams Cram. The gardens were designed by A.E. Hanson (1893-1986).[1]
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