The Karl and Mary Ellen von der Heyden Pavilion

Opened 12 October 2005

A jewel at the heart of the historic West Campus, this open, glass-walled space has been designed for gathering and studying, reading and writing, conversation and collaboration. The Pavilion is an elegant yet inviting building that will be a daily destination for students, faculty and staff as well as a venue for special events. A new café, operated by the Mad Hatter’s Bake Shop, will open here in November, replacing the old Perk coffee shop.

The von der Heyden Pavilion is named for Karl and Mary Ellen von der Heyden in recognition of their generous financial support and leadership at the university. Karl von der Heyden ’62, currently a member of the university's board of trustees, chaired the library’s Campaign for Duke committee.

Some facts about the Karl and Mary Ellen von der Heyden Pavilion

Total size: 4,480 gross square feet Informal seating: 59 Banquet seating capacity: 106 Theater seating capacity: 175 Reception capacity: 250