New York Public Library, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

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Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Photograph: Moira Brazier

New York Public Library Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Photograph: Moira Brazier

New York Public Library Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Photograph: Moira Brazier

New York Public Library Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Photograph: Moira Brazier

New York Public Library Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Photograph: Moira Brazier

New York Public Library Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Photograph: Moira Brazier

New York Public Library Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

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Tue Mar 27 2012

The century-old main branch of the NYPL is about as regal a setting for reading—either on your laptop or those old dusty things called books—as you’ll find in the city. Two massive Tennessee-marble lions, dubbed Patience and Fortitude, flank the main portal and have become the institution’s mascots. Once inside, check out the cavernous Rose Main Reading Room, spanning almost 300 feet and outfitted with chandeliers and stunning ceiling murals. Though it’s a classy setting in most instances, it’s also where Bill Murray uttered, “Are you, Alice, menstruating right now?” and “Back off, man, I’m a scientist” in Ghostbusters. Free guided tours (at 11am and 2pm) stop at Rose Main Reading Room and the Bill Blass Public Catalog Room, which offers free internet access. Lectures, author readings and special exhibitions are definitely worth checking out.

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Address:
New York Public Library, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Fifth Ave
Midtown East
New York
10036

Cross Street:
at 42nd St
Phone:
917-275-6975
Website:
nypl.org
Opening hours:
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat 10am–6pm; Tue, Wed 10am–7:30pm; Sun 1–5pm
Transport:
Subway: B, D, F, M to 42nd St–Bryant Park; 42nd St S, 4, 5, 6, 7 to 42nd St–Grand Central
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1. New York Public Library, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
  - Fifth Ave
    Midtown East
    New York
    10036
  - 917-275-6975
  - nypl.org
  - 40.752458,-73.982399

Categories:
Museums & Attractions. Art & design. History. Art. Books. Literature. Things to Do. Classes
Facilities:
Kids facilities. Changing tables. Stroller-friendly. Internet access. Wi-fi (free). Accessible facilities. Wheelchair access
Good for:
Big name talent. Culture vultures. Feed your brain. Going in a group. Going solo. History buffs. Take a tourist. Take your parents. Kids. Hands-on for kids. Play with other kids. Quiet time

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New York Public Library, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

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