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Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library, library at the University of Toronto housing a collection of rare books and manuscripts

Description

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.

History

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.

Practical

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.

Location
Inception
1972
Architects
Mathers & Haldenby
Official opening
December 21, 1972
Architectural style
brutalist architecture
Part of
University of Toronto, University of Toronto Libraries
Address
120 St. George St. Toronto, Ontario, CA, M5S 1A5
GPS coordinates
43.66405,-79.39893
Latest update
December 15, 2025 13:27

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