During a recent weekend trip to Boston, my daughter suggested we go to the Public Library on Boylston. It was spectacular. I had no idea what to expect. There are historic and religious murals and paintings on the walls in every hall and the ceilings are quite ornate. The courtyard between the original and the new building is lovely and tranquil. The new building is open and spacious, looks like a typical library with all the modern conveniences. When you visit, they ask people to be silent as there are those using the library for study. It is a must-visit.

As a writer/reader I had to make a trip to the BPL. The historical part was my favorite. Marble staircases, statues, wood desks, cavernous reading rooms: it's hard to imagine a time in America when we invested this much in a library. My only wish is I'd had time to come back with my computer and work for a few hours. I'd love to write in such a place.

The library is divided into two buildings. The old and historic building is beautiful in its own right, displaying beautiful architecture and impressive art on the walls, with a comfort garden in the center giving a view of the well-known old library. The second and more modern building accommodates small children in a very nice play area and shows the modern library of today.