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Tours| Official Website: The Boston Athenaeum Occurs at: Boston Athenaeum Location: 10 Beacon Street, Boston, MA, 02108 map Phone:(617) 227-0270 Hours: 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). In/Outdoor: Indoor Cost: Free see below |
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:
Athenĉum 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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Free
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