Bates Hall in Boston Public Library

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Massachusetts

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Boston

Proclaimed as a "palace for the people", this public library has served as a haven for Boston residences since it was built in 1895. This barrel-arched ceiling in the library's Bates Hall is recognized as one of the world's most elegant rooms and when it's not being used by researchers and readers, it's used to host dinners and events.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy

Accessbility

Public Location

Hours

Mon-Thurs 9AM–9PM; Fri 9AM–5PM; Sat 9AM–5PM; Sun 1–5PM

Fee

Free

Pack

Wide-angle lens (28mm)

How to get there

N42° 20' 58.1676"W71° 04' 39.4896"

This image was taken in Bates Hall in the Boston Public Library. Enter the historic wing facing Dartmouth Street. Once inside, walk up the main stairs to the second floor. Once on the second floor, turn either left into the next room and then a right into Bates Hall. By public transportation: - Closest station: Copley (B, C, D, E Lines) - Head south on Dartmouth St Address: Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116