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700 Boylston Street
Copley Square
Boston, MA 02116
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+1 617 536 5400
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Neighborhood :
Back Bay
http://www.bpl.org
A century-old Italianate structure of bronze doors and grand marble staircases, Boston Public Library — the first large public library in the nation — holds 6 million books and sees 2 million visitors annually. Priceless holdings include first edition folios by Shakespeare, original music scores by Mozart and Prokofiev, and the personal library of former President John Adams. The cool interior features murals by John Singer Sargent and a relaxing courtyard.
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Absolutely gorgeous. The courtyard lit up at night nearly took my breath away. The architecture, the art, the books! I was in town for work and didn't have...
This library is huge! As a bibliophile, I was happy to check out the library and partake in a little art and history as well. We were warned when we...
Truly, a phenomenal library! Proud to have it and to be a member of the network.
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Offers a variety of events for kids. Past programs have included a kid’s cinema, magician performances, and storyteller hours. Call for a schedule.
Trip Advisor Reviews
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“bueatifull building”
The Boston Public Library was full of bueatilfull wall morals most of the religious type. My favorite was the Wall painting of The Quest and Ac...
“Good presentations about how to use BPL”
Good presentations about how to use Boston Public Library have not been available for BPLusers/clientele/visitors . See also a weblog guide to ...
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As good as it gets
The library representa all that good civic architecture can be. Each turn of the head, each stair landing opens up new delights. Go and see i...
The first major free city library in the U.S. hosts a wide array of free art exhibits and musical programs.
In ShortAn architecturally impressive Copley Square complex combining the 1895 Charles Follen McKim building and a 1972 addition (designed
A Must-See
One of my favorite places in Boston. There's history and art and architecture. If none of these appeal to you, go just to see the spectacular f...
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