MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin Paul Meek Library will dedicate a display honoring its donors on Tuesday, April 12, at 3 p.m. The display honors individuals who contributed to the Paul Meek Library brick campaign from 1996-2022.
In 1996, the library began this campaign to acquire additional funding as renovations were completed on the building. In recognition of each gift, a brick paver was originally placed along the sidewalk outside the library with a personalized inscription. In 2017, efforts were made to remove the deteriorated pavers and replace them with name plates on one of the library’s exterior walls.
Recently, the decision was made to conclude the 25-year campaign and acknowledge the 200 donors with a permanent indoor display. More than $40,000 was raised during the campaign, with funds supporting collections, furnishings, services and engagement events.
This event is open to the public and light refreshments will be served. Parking for the event will be in the Paul Meek Library parking lot on Wayne Fisher Drive off Mt. Pelia Road. Parking permits are available online at www.utm.edu/departmtents/publicsafety.
For more information, contact Dr. Erik Nordberg, dean of the Paul Meek Library, at 731-881-7070.