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The Boston Athenaeum

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Venue:Boston Athenaeum
Dates:Tue, Thu from 1/1/10 - 1/1/10
Hours:Hours Vary see below
Ages:Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:Indoor
Cost:Free
Category:Tours

The Boston Athenaeum is one of the oldest and most distinguished independent libraries in the United States. Enlarged and rebuilt in 1913, this National Historic Landmark is a little-known jewel tucked away at the top of Beacon Street in Boston, a few steps from the State House.

It's a private library (only 1049 ownership shares exist) founded in 1907, and this treasure-trove of books - including George Washington's library collection and authentic Confederate imprints - are just some of the treasures to explore. It's an ideal spot for musing and browsing. The nooks and crannies, including a charmingly hand-painted elevator, are of another era.

Hours and Tour Info:
Athenæum docents conduct guided art and architecture tours of the entire building on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 3:00 p.m. Advance reservations are required through the Circulation Department, (617) 227-0270 ext. 279.

Weekly Wednesday informational tours are held at noon for new and old members interested in a general tour of the collections and building. Reservations are not required for this tour, just meet at the Circulation Desk.

Hours
M-F 9:00am - 5:30pm, Saturday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Closed in August.

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Monday 9-8, Tuesday-Friday 9-5:30, open Saturdays 9-4 after Labor Day (September) up to Memorial Day weekend in May (closed summer Saturdays).

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www.bostonathenaeum.org/home.html

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10-1/2 Beacon Street, Boston, MA, 02108 map
Phone: 617-227-0270

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