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Free in NYC: NY Public Library, Part 1: Why NYPL is no ordinary library
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One of two famous lion statues that adorn the NYPL entranceway
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Check out lectures, workshops, classes, research materials, artwork, children and teen programs, rare manuscripts and great architecture in this NYC landmark. The New York Public Library.
In its main location located in midtown Manhattan, just at the foot of Bryant Park, most features and corners of the library (truthfully dubbed by their website as “a nonprofit corporation with a public mission”) are free to whoever chooses to enter the wonderfully-designed building. Whoever said that e-readers will exterminate the need for physical books will change their mind when they enter the doors to this treasure. While I enjoy e-readers as much as the rest of them, nothing can replace the history that is within the pages of these books.
On par with any famous library you can think of in the world, the library, over 100 years old, has a wide collection of rare books, scholarly research material and periodicals. In its permanent collection, the library holds Shakespearean manuscripts and Jefferson's manuscript copy of the Declaration of Independence. As a child I remember sifting through countless books on a mahogany surface and being amazed by the abundance of information and seemingly unending choice of reading material. As an adult, well, I feel the same exact way.
Really, if you don’t even want to read anything, going to the library is beyond worthwhile to admire the gorgeous architecture and wall-sized works of art (and you’ll recognize the famous lion statues decorating the entrance before you even enter). Always evolving with the times resource-wise (for instance, most locations are complete with wireless access), the building holds tight to its old-fashioned and academic look. It’s created the setting for many movies and shows, so chances are you’ve already gotten a glimpse, but the displays at NYPL are always changing as they introduce temporary art exhibitions, old manuscripts, lectures and an unprecedented wealth of cultural exposure.
Check the website for details on the many, many (and most of them free) services provided to its local community.
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