NYPL Launches Limited Edition “Knowledge is Power” Library Card
How to get one of 70,000 limited edition New York Public Library cards with the words “Knowledge is Power” that were released today first come first serve.
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New York Public Library to Showcase Historical Treasures in New Permanent Exhibition
The New York Public Library will open a permanent “Treasures” exhibition at 42nd Street that will feature priceless items from its 46 million item collection.
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Climb the Clocktower of the Jefferson Market Library with Us!
The Jefferson Market Library will open up the clocktower for a 149 step climb just for Untapped Cities Insiders on a tour by branch manager Frank Collerius.
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The Top 10 Secrets of the NYC Subway
The NYC subway carries many secrets, like any extensive system that was built over time. Here are our 10 favorite hidden finds.
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NYC’s New York Public Library Unveils $317 Million Plan for Its Main Branch
On Wednesday, the New York Public Library’s board of trustees approved a $317 million plan for the renovation of its flagship Beaux-Art building on Fifth Ave.
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10 Historic Branches of the New York Public Library and Their Unique Collections in NYC
New York City stands strong in this digital age with its 103 libraries. From civil rights to the performing arts, enter 10 historic and niche public libraries.
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The NYPL is Bringing Books Underground With the “Subway Library”
NYPL has teamed up with the MTA to launch the “Subway Library,” a free service that provides commuters with thousands of free books and stories through Wi-Fi.
MoreFact Check With the “ASK NYPL” Librarian Hotline at the New York Public Library in NYC
Speak with a librarian from the New York Public Library. In this video, Librarian Serena Jimenez talks about a help-line that answers over 30,000 calls a year.
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Cities 101: Exploring the Tiny Doors on the New York Public Library Facade at Bryant Park
We made our way inside the tiny doors on the back facade of the New York Public Library, Stephen A. Schwarzman building at Bryant Park.
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Inside the Stunning Renovated Rose Reading Room at the New York Public Library, Open Today
The New York Public Library reopened two rooms at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building at 42nd Street after two years of renovation – the Rose Reading Room and the Bill Blass Public Catalog Room
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10 of the Most Iconic Film Scene Locations in NYC
While film and television shoots have increasingly sought out more obscure spots in NYC, these iconic film locations will stand the test of time.
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Photo Project Documents All 210 of the NYC’s Public Library Branches
Reading Room: A Catalog of NYC’s Branch Libraries at the Center for Architecture features photographs all 210 of the New York Public Library branches.
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