Boston's Magnificent Central Library: Secrets Inside the Historic McKim Building
Join Cathy in this exciting tour of Boston's Central Library! Before we start, here's a previous video of another building of this same library, check out now if you haven't watched it! • This lively ecosystem of books used to be ...
Let's explore this stunning architecture of the historic McKim Building, designed with inspiration from old Europe. Discover hidden secrets, breathtaking art, and fascinating history within these grand halls. From dramatic ceramic tile ceilings, breathtaking Bates Hall reading room, to the enchanting courtyard, there's so much to see and learn.
Perfect for travelers, book lovers, and history buffs alike!
0:00 McKim Building Intro
0:34 Fun Facts about the Vaulted Ceilings
1:03 McKim vs Johnson Building
1:23 Entrance to the Lobby
2:58 Staircase, the Lions and Murals
5:26 Bates Hall Reading Room
8:37 Washington's Room, Micromfilms
11:11 Abbey Room
12:18 Third Floor Murals
14:01 Walking to the Couryard
15:51 Fun Facts about the sculpture
16:51 Check out the Johnson Building
17:12 Art and Architecture Tour (Free to All!)
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Louis Adrien - Waltzing in a Dream