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Philadelphia, PA USA Jan 22, 2016: Here is a view of the main reading room of the  Free Library of Philadelphia's Parkway Central Library. \n\nThe library is an iconic landmark located on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia. Opened in 1927, it serves as the main branch of the Free Library system and is one of the most beautiful libraries in the country. The building, designed in the Beaux-Arts style by Julian Abele of the architectural firm Horace Trumbauer & Associates, is celebrated for its grandeur and elegance.
Research reading room inside of The Stephen A. Schwarzman Building,  also known as the 42nd Street Library, or just the New York Public Library. NYC, NY, USA April 10, 2014
Boston, Massachusetts, USA - May 18, 2022: People are learning, studying and reading books in Bates Hall at The Boston Public Library. The Boston Public Library contains approximately 24 million items, making it the third-largest public library in the United States behind the federal Library of Congress and the New York Public Library.
New York Public Library, USA - September 18, 2023.  A panoramic interior of students reading and researching subjects in the historic Rose Main Reading Room at The New York Public Library in Midtown Manhattan
Concord, Massachusetts, USA - March 2, 2024: The Concord Free Public Library is a public library in the town of Concord, Massachusetts. The main building is located at 129 Main Street. It was founded by Concord native William Munroe, son of the famed pencil-maker. Building plans were commissioned by Boston firm Snell & Gregerson. The land was purchased in 1869, and construction began in 1872. The library was dedicated on October 1, 1873. In March 1885, the Concord Free Library was the first institution to ban Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.
Green lampshades were once thought to make artificial light easier on the eyes.  Although this has been disproved in modern times, the use of such lamps in the oldest public library in the United States is still aesthetically charming.
Sydney, Australia - October 01, 2017: State library of NSW with students and people studying and reading. The State Library of NSW is a large reference and research library open to the public. It is the oldest library in Australia.
Bates Hall is the Library’s main reading room. The design is Beaux-Arts, with a barrel-vault, coffered ceiling, Roman thermal windows, domes at each end, and blind arches opposite the windows.
The St Louis Public Library’s Grand Hall
De oude publieke bibliotheek in boston Massachusetts met mensen aan het lezen en leren. De foto is genomen met een lange sluitertijd waardoor de lopende mensen vaag zijn geworden.
Boston, Massachusetts, USA - July 27, 2015: Patrons at the Bate Hall reading room of the Boston Public Library on Boylston Street in Boston
Boston, Massachusetts, USA – July 20, 2022:  Exterior of the historic Renaissance style architecture of the Boston public library in the Back Bay District neighbourhood of downtown Boston Massachusetts USA
Boston, MA, USA - October 31, 2010: view of the interior architecture of the Boston Public Library in Massachusetts, USA showcasing its study room with lots of locals and tourists using its facilities under the dome roof.
Boston, Massachusetts, USA - February 1, 2024: Upward view of the Memorial Hall (The Hall of Flags) in the Massachusetts State House. It displays a selection of flags carried in battle by Massachusetts service members, dating from the Civil War through the Vietnam Conflict. The center mural shows The Battle of Concord Bridge. The stained glass window above shows the seals of some of the original 13 states with the  Massachusetts seal in the center.
Sydney, Australia - October 01, 2017: State library of NSW with students and people studying and reading. The State Library of NSW is a large reference and research library open to the public. It is the oldest library in Australia.
Bates Hall is the Library’s main reading room. The design is Beaux-Arts, with a barrel-vault, coffered ceiling, Roman thermal windows, domes at each end, and blind arches opposite the windows.
The front entrance inside of The Stephen A. Schwarzman Building,  also known as the 42nd Street Library, or just the New York Public Library. New York City, NY, USA April 10, 2014
The Expansive Room of the Boston Public Library with all the tables, chairs and green table lamps.
The rich interior of the elegant Thomas Jefferson Library of Congress Building reading room in Washington DC, USA
Reading Room In A Public Library
Close-up detail of the historic architecture of the Boston Public Library in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Boston, USA - December 23, 2021: View of people studying at the Reading Room of McKim Building, at Boston Public Library.
Young man using smartphone while sitting in library.
The Michigan Central Terminal, a once grand but long-abandoned train station in Detroit, is undergoing a significant restoration. This project, spearheaded by Ford Motor Company, aims to revive the iconic building and transform it into a bustling hub of innovation and mobility. The restoration effort focuses not only on preserving the historic architectural elements of the terminal but also on integrating modern amenities to support new technologies and business activities. This ambitious initiative is part of a broader plan to rejuvenate Detroit's Corktown neighborhood, attracting new businesses, residents, and visitors while honoring the city's rich history.\n\nRecently, the Michigan Central Terminal held an open house event, inviting the public to witness the ongoing restoration work firsthand. The open house provided a rare opportunity for attendees to explore the terminal's grand hall and other areas, showcasing the progress made so far and the vision for its future. Visitors were able to see restored features, such as the iconic arched windows and detailed plasterwork, alongside new developments that blend seamlessly with the historic fabric of the building. The event generated significant excitement and support from the community, highlighting the terminal's potential to become a cornerstone of Detroit's revitalization efforts.\n\nTaken at the Michigan Central Terminal Open House - June 14, 2024
Edna Barnes Salomon Room inside of The Stephen A. Schwarzman Building,  also known as the 42nd Street Library, or just the New York Public Library. New York City, NY, USA April 10, 2014
De oude publieke bibliotheek in boston Massachusetts met mensen aan het lezen en leren.
A picture of the main reading hall of the New York Public Library.
Boston, Massachusetts, USA - January 12, 2024: The Boston Public Library McKim Building, established in 1848. Located in Boston's In Back Bay on Copley Square, view from the corner of Huntington Avenue and Dartmouth Street. The McKim Building houses the library's research collection, exhibition rooms, and administration offices. The Boston Public Library (BPL) municipal public library was the first publicly supported municipal library in U.S., the first large library open to public in the U.S. A McKim Mead & White, architect, design based on Renaissance style.
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