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Joy of discovery. Power of place.
A member supported library, museum, and cultural center that everyone is invited to join.
What’s New
Where’s Boston? 50 Years Later
Originally commissioned to celebrate the Bicentennial, Constantine Manos’s photographs, singularly and serially, celebrate Boston’s diversity, community, and idiosyncrasies
Dine at Folio Bistro
Enjoy French and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with a glass of wine or signature cocktail. Reservations are available via Resy.
At a Glance
1807
year founded
One of the country’s oldest and most distinguished member-supported libraries.
500,000
circulating books
From first editions to the latest bestsellers.
12
levels
Book stacks, art, reading rooms, terraces, and more.
Become a Member
For a day or a lifetime, explore the most interesting place in Boston.
