Card catalog cabinet

A vintage wooden card catalog cabinet, now preserved as a historical artifact within the main lobby of the Silliman University Library. The cabinet was once the primary analog tool for locating library resources.

The card catalog is a large, rectangular wooden cabinet composed of multiple small drawers arranged in a grid formation. It has a warm, reddish-brown finish typical of vintage library furniture. The front features metal label holders and drawer pulls, each designed to store index cards used for bibliographic and subject entries. The cabinet appears to have approximately six rows and ten columns of drawers, built for durability and frequent use. The card catalog stands on a solid base and is positioned in the well-lit lobby area of the Silliman University Library, as indicated by the engraved dedication plaque mounted on the wall behind it. Atop the cabinet are several academic awards, plaques, and framed photographs honoring the library’s achievements and legacy. The catalog serves as both a historical artifact and a symbol of the library’s evolution from traditional cataloging systems to modern digital databases.