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Boston Public Library (The)
Boston Public Library (The)

America's First Free Urban Library

700 Boylston Street
Copley Square
Boston, MA
02116

Neighborhood: Back Bay

Nearest Train: Green Line T to Copley

Phone: +1 617 536 5400
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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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I found the library remarkable. They have taken remarkable art, unbelievable architecture and molde...
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