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Boston Public Library — Central Library at Copley Square

Central library campus in Copley Square with the historic McKim Building and Boylston Street Building, reading rooms, exhibitions, and research services. Transit-accessible from Copley (Green) and Back Bay stations.

IS IT REALLY FREE?

Free. Public library; no admission fee stated for visiting the Central Library buildings and public spaces.

📍 Back Bay · 700 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page

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