A masterpiece of American architecture. This tour of the Boston Public Library showcases the architecture of this temple built by McKim, Mead and White as well as the amazing art adorning the interior of this palace of the people. Lions and murals and sculpture, oh my!

photograph of the Boston Public Library
The Boston Public Library has a a circulation of 15.5 million with a collection of 6.1 million books, including the 3,800 volume library of President John Adams.
The Boston Public Library. Photo by Cristina Mansfield.
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