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New York Public Library

The origins of this remarkable institution date back to the time when New York was emerging as one of the world's most important cities. By the second half of the 19th century, New York had already surpassed Paris in population and was quickly catching up with London, then the world's most populous city. Fortunately, this burgeoning and somewhat brash metropolis counted among its citizens men who foresaw that if New York was indeed to become one of the world's great centers of urban culture, it must also have a great library. For a complete account of the history of New York Public Library, pls visit http://www.nypl.org/help/about-nypl/history.
lion outside library
lion outside library
inside new york public library
inside new york public library
look at the ceiling
look at the ceiling
new york public library corridor
new york public library corridor
photographs on display
photographs on display
up the stairs
up the stairs
wi-fi room, new york public library
wi-fi room, new york public library
wi-fi room, new york public library
wi-fi room, new york public library
beautiful interior, new york public library
beautiful interior, new york public library
beautiful interior, new york public library
beautiful interior, new york public library
study room
study room
first gutenberg press bible
first gutenberg press bible
stairs, new york public library
stairs, new york public library
corner
corner
bright corridor
bright corridor
lobby, new york public library
lobby, new york public library
down the stairs
down the stairs
one of many gates
one of many gates