Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library, library at the University of Toronto housing a collection of rare books and manuscripts
Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library is a university archive in Toronto that holds rare books and historical collections. The building displays brutalist architecture with massive concrete and stone surfaces, creating a focused environment for research and study.
The library was founded as a research facility of the University of Toronto to preserve rare and valuable collections for academic use. Its brutalist construction reflects architectural trends of the period when it was built.
Access is typically reserved for students and researchers, though parts of the collection are often open to the public. It is best to check ahead about which areas are accessible and whether registration is needed.
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