Every spring, the Friends Annual Dinner is held on campus.  In 2011, the event was held in Perkins Library.  Guests enjoyed a reception in the lobby of Perkins and the Biddle Rare Book Room, dinner was served in the von der Heyden Pavilion.  After dinner, the Hartman Center for Sales, Marketing & Advertising History was the topic of an interactive presentation that got attendees thinking about how advertising has changed over the years - boy has it! 

The Friends Annual Dinner held May 5, 2010 marked a milestone for The Friends of the Duke University Libraries.  All who attended helped commemorate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Friends.  In 1903, Dr. William K. Boyd formed the Associates of Duke University Library “to promote the development of Libraries through voluntary contributions and to create a larger interest among alumni and friends in improving the book collections.”  Eight decades later, the Friends continue to be a strong force in the Libraries.

Each year, the Annual Dinner provides a special opportunity for supporters to celebrate the accomplishments of Duke Libraries and learn about new initiatives.  In addition to marking the 80th anniversary, attendees were treated to a program about the Duke Libraries Jazz Archive.

Duke Libraries wishes to thank presenting sponsor SunTrust for generously providing vital support for the event. DeHaven’s Moving and Transfer,  Whole Foods Market and Duke’s Gothic Bookshop all provide additional contributions to make the Annual Dinner possible.  Thanks to each of our sponsors for their continued support.