Smathers Library (Gainesville, Florida)

Smathers Library, formally known as the George A. Smathers Libraries, is the central library system for the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. It comprises multiple libraries across the university's campus, providing resources and services to students, faculty, and researchers. While often used to refer to the system as a whole, "Smathers Library" can specifically designate Library West, one of the system's largest and most prominent buildings.

The Smathers Libraries hold a vast collection of books, journals, electronic resources, and archival materials covering a wide range of academic disciplines. They offer various services, including research assistance, instruction, interlibrary loan, and digital scholarship support. The libraries are a significant hub for intellectual activity and scholarly inquiry at the University of Florida.

The library system is named in honor of George A. Smathers, a former United States Senator from Florida and a prominent alumnus of the University of Florida.