The Boston Public Library is a fantastic resource for anybody and everybody! Founded in 1848 — over 170 years ago — Boston Public Library is the third largest library in the United States. It holds around 24 million volumes! And more than just how useful it is, look how beautiful it is! There are not many places in the USA where you can see such old and beautiful architecture.
While it was founded in 1848, it was renovated in 2016, which makes it a real sight to behold. You have the combination of sublime, classical architecture with modern offerings and amenities. In fact, there is so much just to look at in the library, that they have a very popular library tour! The tour takes around 90 minutes to complete because there is just so much to look at. Old paintings, murals, sculptures, marble staircases, and don’t forget — books!
Speaking of books, the library lent out over 4 million of them last year! There is a huge variety of books, not only in English, but also in your native language, too! Further, there are plenty of online resources, computers, printers, and anything else you could need to assist you in learning English.
The library has an excellent location. It’s in Back Back, right next to Copley station on the Green Line. That means you can get there in around 15 minutes from the school. Even better, it’s adjacent to Boston’s nicest shopping street, so you can study and shop all in the same afternoon — perfect! What more could you ask for when you’re thinking about Language study in Boston?
What’s more, if you’re interested in studying at the library, students who live in either of our two residences get an extra treat! For our North End Residence, in the… there is a North End branch of the library. For our East Boston Residence, wait for it… there’s an East Boston branch of the library! Both of these branches have wonderful resources as well as staff who are very happy to help.