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- NoraatcSudbury, MA41,313 contributionsI don’t know why ai waited so long to visit phenomenal Morgan Library, but finally I made this remarkable journey in the temple of books collected by famous financier Pierpont Morgan…
You enter the East Room through the magnificent Italian style Rotunda and the first thing that takes you’d breath away is its magnificent intricately carved wooden ceiling. Elegant rows of three-story inlaid walnut bookshelves display magnificent leather bound volumes, medieval illuminated manuscripts, rare documents, letters, original writings, richly adorned bibles (including Gutenberg Bible dated 1454–1455)…
The West Room (Pierpont Morgan’s study) has his desk, the rows of books on the shelves and superb collection of priceless paintings (think Memling, Lucas Cranach, Tintoretto, etc. !) and sculptures. The opulent furniture and chandeliers are stunning as well.
You can only wonder how much effort it takes to preserve this magnificent library and mansion in its original shape…
The exhibitions are located in the separate wing of the Morgan’s Mansion. I was very fortunate to see the exhibit dedicated to Frank Kafka’s short life and his works. It was very interesting and informative.
If you think of a museum where everything is done the right way, this is the Morgan’s Library. Such a treasure!Written March 14, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Christophe BQuebec City, Canada1,053 contributionsAn impressive venue and I visited it for a business conference (NRF). While it's huge, signage is good and there are many utilities in the building.Written January 12, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- lizakqNaguabo1,718 contributionsThe architecture on this building is beautiful. Entrance is free of charge and you will find a lot of people here so it won't be as quiet as you expect. The Christmas tree was just amazing and the exhibitions were very interesting. You really could spend a couple of hours here.Written April 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KelliKeller, TX1,379 contributionsThis review is basically a love letter to Roberta, Doug, and the rest of the team who put together the event for LinFamFest. The staff here is just tops - keeping the secrets, putting together all the details, and being the best, most helpful humans. I didn’t get to come back for the scheduled In The Heights viewing, but now that I have my library card, I’ll do it again some other visit. Thanks for everything!Written October 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Companion7964655 contributionsTook the NY Bar Exam in this location. It was very spacious. Despite how many people where there, did not feel too hot nor too cold.Written June 4, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tinaNtravelSan Jose, CA2,143 contributionsThis is a branch of the New York Public Library. What makes it worth visiting is that it looks like it had been a church in the past. The outside looks like a church and inside there is an interesting winding staircase with some pretty stained-glass windows. This is not really worth going out of your way to see, but if you are in the area, it is worth stepping inside for a few minutes.Written April 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FarwriterLondon, UK174 contributionsI highly recommend taking a guided tour of Park Avenue Armory if you are interested in history or architecture. This is a stunning late 19th century building which was built as the home for the 7th regiment in the 1880s. It is now in the process of being restored room by room and is also used by artists and for theatrical performances in the enormous drill hall. Tours run usually every month - I did have to book several weeks in advance to find the next available date. The $25 charge was very reasonable - it was supposed to take 75 minutes but was closer to 90, perhaps because our group asked lots of questions! But the guide, Grace, was happy to answer them all and was very pleasant and knowledgeable. We saw three rooms on the ground floor and two of the rooms on the first floor as well as the drill hall. The Veterans' Room with decoration by Tiffany and Stanford White was absolutely stunning. Most of the rooms have seating available so you can sit as you listen to the guide, and photographs are permitted.
One thing which could perhaps have been included was a bit more information about General Emmons Clark, who is represented in a huge portrait in the first room we visited. Grace had to look up who was the subject of the paintings in the room but it was only as we were leaving the room that I noticed there is actually a plaque to Emmons Clark under his portrait, thanking him for being instrumental in getting the Armory built, so I was surprised that he didn't feature more prominently. I presume the medals displayed by the plaque also belong to him.
Anyway, that is a minor nitpick - Grace was great and I really enjoyed it. I must say that the staff on the box office and the reception desk could learn something from her in how to talk to people - they were both very abrupt and surly, particularly the young man on reception who barked "TOUR?" at me as I approached the desk and exasperatedly told me that I couldn't use the bathroom until I had checked in. The email booking confirmation tells you to check in at the Mary Divver Room but there is no signage at the entrance to show you where this is - for information, it is immediately to your right when you go up the entrance steps (so you then don't have to go as far as the rude receptionist).Written March 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - 59ericafHouston, TX123 contributionsFelt like I need to pay homage to the Schomburg during Black History Month. There was a great exhibit of James Baldwin’s work. The upgrades were fantastic.Written February 7, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- M HLytham St Anne's, UK147 contributionsI’ve been to New York so many times before and never come across this. It’s definitely worth a visit, so many inspiring and thoughtfully chosen quotes that inspire you to reflect and think.Written March 19, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Connor T6 contributionsWhat a fun way to team build with my coworkers! We had a blast feeling like we were on a live game show. It was totally immersive with the wrap around projection mapping and the host was fun and engaging. I would highly recommend for groups!Written July 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland31,640 contributionsSamsung 837 to me is more about the architectural structure as opposed to what’s inside it. Good view from the high line.Written April 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bi-coasterBradenton, FL1,269 contributionsAlthough you must be a member of this library to check out books, they do host lectures and other events open to the public. It's a lovely grand building and the children's rooms are most welcoming and attractive. If I lived in New York, I'd definitely join!Written May 3, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- monsieur hibouParis, France92 contributionsA great pit-stop for whatever weather. Airy, beautiful views in the library where you can drink and eat within reason (no loud crunching but plenty of coffee sipping and sandwich munching). Pull any volume of poetry published in the past 50 years in the US off the shelves, plus plenty of foreign translated into english poetry.Written November 11, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland31,640 contributionsCity Hall park sits very obviously in front of City Hall which is downtown Manhattan. There is also a visitors centre. Recommended.Written February 5, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- travelingal60New York City, NY96 contributionsI love visiting the Grolier Club and always find their exhibits of interest. Their ground floor gallery is gorgeous following its renovation and the exhibits held there are always interesting, well put together and offer a wealth of information. Their second floor gallery is smaller but likewise offers a wide array of exhibits on varied topics related to books, publishing, printed matter. The Grolier Club is also always free of charge to the public.Written January 4, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
