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300,000-volume 19th-century library at Johns Hopkins University, with ornate Greek Revival interior.
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Often said to be one of the most beautiful libraries in the country, it's worth a visit. Paid street parking is easy to find nearby. Open during the day every day except Friday and Saturday, walk inside. When you see the check-in area, go left for a little exhibit space and the door to the library. It's very large with stunning design. You can't go up any stairs so stay on the ground floor, keeping quiet out of respect to the people studying.
Gorgeous library-architecturally and for research! I highly recommend going to see the exhibit on local legend Ethel’s Place, which was a jazz venue in Baltimore for many decades, that is on exhibit there right now. It’s an amazing event venue as well. If you are visiting as a member of the public, however, keep in mind that it is usually closed to the public on the weekends for weddings.
This is such a great library. Everyone who doesnt want to read but posting instagram stories, this is the perfect spot.
And it was quiet, very few ppl inside. 2 guys were studying and there was a woman feeding her baby. Baby was very quiet and peaceful. If your kid like this baby, you can bring it inside otherwise stay outside.
And it was quiet, very few ppl inside. 2 guys were studying and there was a woman feeding her baby. Baby was very quiet and peaceful. If your kid like this baby, you can bring it inside otherwise stay outside.
So amazing to see in person. It’s really unbelievable how intricate and beautiful the library is. The pictures do not do it justice.
The George Peabody Library is one of the coolest wedding venues a couple could ever want! The beauty of the library space where ceremony and receptions are held is awe-inspiring, and the spiral staircase makes for some really stunning portraits! This spot is anything but "by the book," and we can't wait to get back here and make more art soon! IG: @theoberports
So glad to see this library open to the public again. It is a serenely quiet place to get work done and an architectural masterpiece. Note to college students - eduroam wifi is accessible here.
Beautiful historic library right in the gorgeous Washington monument cobblestone square. Only the ground floor is open to public access while the other floors are reserved for researchers and JHU students. The main room of the library has the world famous ballroom view and a handful of tables all around available for visitors to study at. There are also adjoined connecting rooms that lead to the Peabody institute, reserve rooms, or gallery-like exhibits of the history of the place. There is limited street parking in front of the building, but more around the corner in the mount Vernon district. The place is a short walk away from all the other cafes and attractions of the iconic art district. Limited space for studying for worth stopping by
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