TAKE YOUR SEAT
Inside the Boston Public Library's Rabb Hall
Create a Lasting Legacy — and an Unforgettable Experience
Honor Yourself or a Loved One in Rabb Hall
A seat dedication at Sidney R. & Esther V. Rabb Hall is more than a name on a plaque — it’s a meaningful, personal experience that connects you to the life of the Boston Public Library. With a gift of $1,000+ per seat, you can create a lasting tribute while becoming part of one of the Library’s most vibrant civic spaces. Your gift helps support the full breadth of what the Library offers, including free arts and culture programs, lectures, and conversations in Rabb Hall that bring people together across generations and communities.
About Rabb Hall
Located inside the Boylston Building of the Boston Public Library, Sidney R. & Esther V. Rabb Hall is a 306-seat lecture space that hosts author talks, panel discussions, film screenings, and community programs year-round. The Hall is named for philanthropists Sidney and Esther Rabb, whose generosity and commitment to civic life continue to inspire dialogue around arts, culture, democracy, and intellectual freedom.
There are only 200 seats remaining available for dedication. Seat dedications are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and availability continues to decrease.
The Dedication Experience
Whether you’re honoring a loved one, commemorating someone’s legacy, or celebrating your own connection to the Library, we invite you to create a dedication that feels deeply personal:
- Mark a special occasion with a lasting tribute that will be enjoyed for generations to come.
- Create a meaningful memorial for someone whose passion for learning, community, or the arts continues to inspire you.
- Honor a partner, friend, mentor, or family member by selecting seats together — turning the dedication into a shared, meaningful experience.
- Personalize your dedication with custom plaque wording that reflects a name, relationship, or message close to your heart.
Questions?
Looking for more information on dedicating a seat in Rabb Hall? Contact Porscha Maurer-Cordova, Assistant Director of Annual Giving at pmaurer@bplfund.org or 617-859-2031.