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Boston Public Library, Municipal library in Copley Square, Boston, United States.

The Boston Public Library contains 24 million volumes across two buildings, the McKim Building and Johnson Building, connected by a glass walkway.

Established in 1848 as the first major free municipal library in America, the institution received substantial support from local philanthropists and legislators.

The McKim Building features Renaissance-style architecture with Bates Hall reading room, decorated ceilings, and artistic murals depicting literary and scientific themes.

The central branch maintains specific hours, opening Monday through Thursday from 10:00 to 18:00, Wednesday until 20:00, and Friday to Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00.

The Norman B. Leventhal Map Center within the library preserves over 200,000 historical maps and 5,000 atlases focusing on American cartography.

Location: Boston

Inception: March 18, 1848

Part of: Metro Boston Library Network

Opening Hours: Monday-Tuesday 10:00-18:00; Wednesday 10:00-20:00; Thursday 10:00-18:00; Friday-Saturday 09:00-17:00

Phone: +16175365400

Email: ask@bpl.org

Website: https://bpl.org

GPS coordinates: 42.36008,-71.05888

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:22

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