Biblioteca Pública de Boston
(Boston Public Library)
Biblioteca
Back Bay East, Boston
"Take a free tour - the building's architecture (arquitectura) is beautiful"(13 Tips)
"Free wifi (wi-fi gratis), nice fountain, a good place to relax after..."(3 Tips)
"daily tour (excursiones) timings on the Art and Architecture"(11 Tips)
"stunning Sargent Murals (mural) on the third floor"(3 Tips)
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- Rafael Suarez ZambranoAbril 16, 2015Es la primera vez que uso Foursquare pero creo que los seguire usanso mucho <body> <a href="http://www.xn--mariachisenespaa-lub.com/">Mariachis Madrid America</a> </body> Leer másVotación a favor2Votación en contra
TingOctubre 8, 2015Check the website for the daily tour timings on the Art and Architecture of this beautiful library. Well worth your time as the docent was excellent. If not, just go in anyway and enjoy the courtyard.
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The McKim Building courtyard and Bates Hall are two of my favorite spots in Boston. Beautiful, inspiring, and FREE. #gooduseoftaxdollars
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Lizzie HatfieldMarzo 22, 2016Very pretty inside with lots of marble. The newer central library at the back contesting children's and teen books is nice to sit and work in and is a lot quieter than the main reading room.Votación a favor17Votación en contra
Fluying ✅Octubre 30, 2017This marvelous public is adapted to 21 century. People come here to read and study. Don’t miss visiting the Abbey room and Bates Hall.
Votación a favor7Votación en contra- Highly-trafficked, but with ample study space in various formats. Bates Hall is the gorgeous reading room, but the older rooms also charm.Votación a favor7Votación en contra
Cole KennedyEnero 1, 2017Everyone raves about the McKim building, but don't forget to spread the love to the Johnson building, especially with the renovation by William Rawn. Great for all architecture buffs.
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Stacy Bo BacyMarzo 12, 2019Awesome library! Be sure to go to McKim second floor to see Bates Hall and the Abbey Room.
Votación a favor3Votación en contra- TingJulio 30, 2015Don't miss a visit to this beautiful library with a lovely courtyard. So conducive to read! Tours available daily but timing differs. Best to check the website.
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HISTORYAbril 23, 2010The library was founded in 1848 by an act of the Massachusetts legislature and first opened in 1854 in a former schoolhouse located on Mason Street. It moved here to its current building in 1895.Votación a favor25Votación en contra
Bader JrMayo 21, 2017Large selection of books, and large comfortable spaces. Great for reading & studying.Votación a favor2Votación en contra
Ashly SanfordAgosto 29, 2013Check out the old section of the library. The second floor has some beautiful rooms and if you can find it there are usually good art shows tucked away here and there.Votación a favor2Votación en contra
The reading room upstairs is a must see. It's also a good place to read and work. The lions on either side of the staircase are also impressive. Don't miss the courtyard either.Votación a favorVotación en contra
Desirée MacDonaldOctubre 18, 2017Best public library ever? Make sure to head on over to the old building - it’s what libraries are all about.
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Credo ReferenceAgosto 9, 2011Look at all the great art and architecture (like on BPL's Art and Architecture Tour), but also look for cool books! Favorite finds include Outwitting Bears, a guide on outwitting bears.Votación a favor2Votación en contra
Renata AlmeidaOctubre 17, 2017Linda arquitetura .... merece um olhar calmo, demorado e atento aos detalhesVotación a favor2Votación en contra
Ron JeramiahAgosto 11, 2018Cool place to study with lots of space and great views. The stench coming out of the men’s bathroom is atrociousVotación a favor1Votación en contra- Boston Public LibraryJulio 19, 2011There are now four self check-out stations in the library -- three at the Boylston Street entrance and one at the Dartmouth Street entrance. Use self check-out for everything except DVDs and videotapeVotación a favor3Votación en contra
Grab a seat anywhere and enjoy this oasis. Concerts during lunch hour on Fridays in the summer.
Votación a favor4Votación en contraVotación a favor hace Jan 12- Boston Public LibraryAgosto 16, 2011Bates Hall is named for the Library’s first great benefactor - Joshua Bates (1788-1864). It is 218 long, 42 feet wide, and 50 feet high, to the crown of its barrel vaulted ceiling.
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laura horakEnero 2, 2012free "Art and Architecture Tour" of the building Sundays at 2 p.m., Mondays at 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays at 11 a.m.Votación a favor1Votación en contra
Shermans TravelAgosto 9, 2012Offers a fascinating (and free) architecture and art tour of its historic 1895 McKim Building (Sun. at 2 p.m., Mon. at 2:30 p.m., Tues. and Thurs. at 6 p.m., and Fri.–Sat. at 11 a.m.). Leer másVotación a favorVotación en contra
Lee EddyDiciembre 10, 2016Great place for a quick stop in cafe get warm and head out or studiesVotación a favorVotación en contra
Carl GriffinEnero 8, 2016Magnificent facade and exquisite interior art.Votación a favor1Votación en contra
Rorriz_ DhawiMarzo 27, 2017Best library especially kids section👼🏼. sometimes they have afternoon Tea with delicious scones☕️Votación a favorVotación en contra
NYC EcloguesSeptiembre 25, 2011An amazing location, in the heart of Boston that is incredibly free.Stroll down this marble infused building and enjoy the scent of aged pages. There is nothing like the feel of worn paper.Votación a favorVotación en contra
Beautiful historical library with a great cafe!Votación a favor1Votación en contra
The exquisite original McKim, Mead and White building received a modernist, referential extension by Phillip Johnson, architect of the famed Glass House and chippendale Sony Center in NYC.Votación a favor1Votación en contra
Christopher WEnero 26, 2012The original side is absolutely breathe taking! Ceiling murals, huge lion statues, and life size statues of some of the most famous people in american history!Votación a favorVotación en contra
Scott KleinbergJunio 25, 2017Incredibly gorgeous library. Wow! Take time to explore all of this place.
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The Next Great Generation (Boston)Enero 20, 2012If studying is your objective, grab a seat in the McKim Building and join the other students furiously typing papers on their laptops or reading woolly mammoth-sized test prep books. Leer másVotación a favorVotación en contra
BoraFebrero 13, 2016Real historical library , just like museum . Even Though you don't like read you should see this placeVotación a favorVotación en contra- Boston Public LibraryJulio 22, 2011There are two places to eat inside the library -- try the Map Room Cafe for a quick bite or the Courtyard Restaurant for a lovely lunch or afternoon tea. Leer másVotación a favor7Votación en contra
American MensaMarzo 12, 2014No, really. You’ll find loads more activities than you would ever expect. What might not surprise you is the price: it’s all free (one of the reasons public libraries rock). Leer másVotación a favorVotación en contra- Boston Public LibraryJulio 15, 2011Founded in 1848, by an act of the Great and General Court of Massachusetts, the Boston Public Library (BPL) was the first large free municipal library in the United States. Leer másVotación a favor1Votación en contra
Be sure to finish up your food and drink before you enter the library or make sure you make it obvious to the security guard you're headed for the Courtyard...serious people them folk are.Votación a favor1Votación en contra- DaryanaAgosto 28, 2014Free wifi, nice fountain, a good place to relax after having a long working or walking day;)Votación a favorVotación en contra
- Boston Public LibraryAbril 14, 2012Stop in to see the new printmaking exhibition "reThink INK" open through July 31, 2012. The exhibition is so large, it's installed in three spots around the building. Leer másVotación a favor1Votación en contra
AliNoviembre 15, 2017Various seating areas. Numerous computers. Helpful staff. Their arts and philosophy sections are kinda underwhelming though.Votación a favorVotación en contra
Take time and walk the halls of BPL. You'll observe the patrons sitting/reading/internetting inside the Bates Hall. Gander through the current exhibit in the lobby and enjoy the fine architecture.Votación a favorVotación en contra- aAbril 29, 2016This place is beautiful, I love to go here to relax and read something from the library.Votación a favorVotación en contra
Ethan MacDonaldJulio 5, 2015Reading books is fun. I love the old world architecture. It really brings out the scholar in me.Votación a favorVotación en contra
Chelcie RowellOctubre 20, 2017The murals! The muses, the quest of the holy grail, John Singer Sargent’s Triumph of ReligionVotación a favorVotación en contra
Boston University Panhellenic CouncilEnero 6, 2013"The Boston Public Library is a great place to get away from the finals crowd when Mugar gets loud and crowded." - Arden, VP Chapter DevelopmentVotación a favorVotación en contra
If you visit on a weekend when most schools are having finals, dont expect to find a seat to study/read anywhere in the McKim building.Votación a favor1Votación en contra
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Biblioteca Pública de Boston
700 Boylston St (at Dartmouth St)
Boston, MA 02116
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Boston, MA 02116
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