
Celebrating Holly Safford
“My relationship with the Boston Public Library spans decades, and my sons knew this was the perfect way to recognize my appreciation for such a special institution,” said Holly.
“My relationship with the Boston Public Library spans decades, and my sons knew this was the perfect way to recognize my appreciation for such a special institution,” said Holly.
The Boston Public Library Fund and the Boston Public Library (BPL) are proud to announce that the BPL has received a $1,000,000 bequest from the late Howard Cooper to dramatically expand its LGBTQ+ resources, collections, and programming.
For National Library Week 2022 the Boston Public Library Fund commissioned the incredible Alondra Bobadilla, Boston’s first ever Youth Poet Laureate, to write and perform a poem about the Boston Public Library.
Program funded through the Lynch Foundation is now available at Adams Street, Roslindale, and Roxbury branches.
The Boston Public Library (BPL) announced it has received $2.1 million in private funding to revitalize the library’s Founding Research Collection. Two gifts are making this work possible: a contribution to the Boston Public Library
The Boston Public Library is pleased to announce the creation of an expansive new booklet celebrating the art, architecture, and built heritage of the Central Library in Copley Square. Visitors near and far are invited
This year, the Boston Public Library’s annual Concerts in the Courtyard series is still on, streaming live! Enjoy the best music from anywhere now through the end of August.
The BPL’s Anti-Slavery Collection—one of the largest and most important repositories of abolitionist material in the United States—contains approximately 40,000 pieces of correspondence, broadsides, newspapers, pamphlets, books, and memorabilia from the 1830s through the 1870s.
The BPL’s Rare Books and Manuscript department is home to more than 250,000 books. A major renovation is underway, supported in part by the BPLF.
“My relationship with the Boston Public Library spans decades, and my sons knew this was the perfect way to recognize my appreciation for such a special institution,” said Holly.
The Boston Public Library Fund and the Boston Public Library (BPL) are proud to announce that the BPL has received a $1,000,000 bequest from the late Howard Cooper to dramatically expand its LGBTQ+ resources, collections, and programming.
For National Library Week 2022 the Boston Public Library Fund commissioned the incredible Alondra Bobadilla, Boston’s first ever Youth Poet Laureate, to write and perform a poem about the Boston Public Library.
Program funded through the Lynch Foundation is now available at Adams Street, Roslindale, and Roxbury branches.
The Boston Public Library (BPL) announced it has received $2.1 million in private funding to revitalize the library’s Founding Research Collection. Two gifts are making this work possible: a contribution to the Boston Public Library
The Boston Public Library is pleased to announce the creation of an expansive new booklet celebrating the art, architecture, and built heritage of the Central Library in Copley Square. Visitors near and far are invited
This year, the Boston Public Library’s annual Concerts in the Courtyard series is still on, streaming live! Enjoy the best music from anywhere now through the end of August.
The BPL’s Anti-Slavery Collection—one of the largest and most important repositories of abolitionist material in the United States—contains approximately 40,000 pieces of correspondence, broadsides, newspapers, pamphlets, books, and memorabilia from the 1830s through the 1870s.
The BPL’s Rare Books and Manuscript department is home to more than 250,000 books. A major renovation is underway, supported in part by the BPLF.
Thank you to Emerging Leaders President Adrienne Zak Hunt and BPL President David Leonard for the interesting webinar conversation earlier today. The audience asked terrific questions (thank you!) and we learned so much about the Library`s priorities for the upcoming year.
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Dec 6
As we close out Native American Heritage Month, you won’t want to miss this impressive booklist of recent titles focusing on the cultures, histories, experiences, and diversity of Native American communities. These 78 books were compiled by our incredible BPL librarians from the Chinatown, Connolly, and Roslindale branches along with staff from the Central Library in Copley Square. 📚
Nov 30
Today is Giving Tuesday!💙 Your donation will support the world-class collections, programs, and services offered by the Boston Public Library.
When you make your gift, you’ll receive a bookmark featuring the iconic lions from the McKim Building and be entered to win a library lion swag bag!
#Givingtuesday #library #BostonPublicLibrary
Nov 28
This Thanksgiving, all of us at the Boston Public Library Fund wish to express our appreciation for your continued partnership. Your support has helped us make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patrons.
May you have a wonderful day with family and friends.🦃
Pictured: Lippincott’s for November 1890-1920 Lithograph Arts Department, Boston Public Library
Nov 23
Calling all library lovers... bookmark us for Giving Tuesday! A gift to the Boston Public Library Fund during this season of giving is a heart-warming way to support your community.
When you make a donation — of any amount — now, through Nov. 28, we’ll send you a bookmark featuring one of the iconic lions from the lobby of the McKim Building of the Central Library as a thank-you for your generosity. In addition, one winner will receive a special library lion–inspired swag bag!
#givingtuesday #library #bostonpubliclibray
Nov 21
This holiday season, recognize a friend or family member by naming a lamp or seat at the Boston Public Library. Choose from the iconic green lamps in the historic Bates Hall; a reading lamp in the bustling hub of the Boylston Street building; or a seat in the performative setting of Rabb Hall.
Learn more by clicking the link in our bio!
Nov 17
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