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Written on: May 6th, 2009 in News
The Free Library opened its Rare Book Room for attendees at today’s conference. They were particularly showcasing their collection of early (14-15th Century) music scores, but it was also a nice opportunity to meet Grip- Charles Dickens’ pet raven, who watches over the collection.
(it’s a cellphone shot, so apologies about the quality)
Written on: May 6th, 2009 in News
I’m at a conference at the Free Library in Philadelphia today, which is itself and impressive building- and due to get more impressive with the planned renovations- but this article about the New York Public Library really gets illustrates some of the splendor and magic that many of these institutions possess.