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Historic Library Tour

At Central Library in Copley Square

Back Bay, Boston

Registration is required in advance, with links available in the upper right corner on computers or by scrolling down on mobile devices.
Public tours are limited to individual parties or small groups of up to five people.
Visitors note that the McKim Building features breathtaking architecture, a peaceful courtyard, and stunning details according to visitor reviews.

Fifteen people per session gather for a guided one-hour introduction to the art, architecture, and history of the Boston Public Library, the first large free municipal library in the United States, held at the historic Central Library in Copley Square.

Times

Monday, November 16, 10am

Free

What are you into?

  • First free municipal library
  • Art and architecture tour
  • Central Library in Copley Square
  • Limited fifteen people
  • Back Bay
  • Boston

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