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Guided tours of the Boston Public Library's historic Central Library

Weekdays at 10–11am; some days also 5:30–6:30pm

Boston Public Library, Central Library

Hour-long guided tours of the historic Central Library in Copley Square, an introduction to the history of the Boston Public Library and its art and architecture. Tours run most weekdays at 10am, with some evening tours at 5:30pm. Register online up to a month ahead; tours often fill. You can also explore on your own anytime the library is open, with the Bloomberg Connects audio guide.

Verified Oct 27 · bpl.org

Catch: Advance registration required (up to a month ahead; tours often fill)

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