The New York Public Library

Thousands of people walk past it every day. Thousands more access the phenomenal trove of books, letter, art, and materials housed in The New York Public Library. There are branches throughout Manhattan and the Bronx, but the building at 476 5th Avenue will transport you to another time and place. With exquisite architecture, Italian Renaissance style frescoes and paintings, and handsome reading rooms surrounded by portraits, it is truly a haven for academia. In the bustle of one of the world's busiest cities, The New York Public Library offers a welcome respite from the chaos outside.