Lenox Library, Private library at Fifth Avenue, United States
The Lenox Library contained rare books, manuscripts, and historical documents, including the first Gutenberg Bible brought to the Americas
Richard Morris Hunt designed the Lenox Library in 1877 as a combined library and art gallery, funded by philanthropist James Lenox for New York citizens.
The library focused on serving scholars and researchers through a ticket-based admission system, maintaining a selective approach to public access.
The institution merged with the Astor Library and Tilden Foundation in 1895 to form the New York Public Library system, expanding access to literature.
The original building was demolished in 1911 to make space for the Frick mansion, which later transformed into the current Frick Collection.
Location: New York City
Inception: 1877
Architects: Richard Morris Hunt
GPS coordinates: 40.77139,-73.96750
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:11
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