CLOISTERS LIBRARY

NEW YORK, NY

The Cloisters Library is a part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, located in Upper Manhattan's Fort Tryon Park. The library specializes in the study of medieval art and architecture, and its collection includes books, journals, and manuscripts dating from the 9th to the 16th centuries. The library is open to both scholars and the general public, and visitors can browse the collection in the reading room or attend lectures and special events.

The library is housed in a building that was designed to resemble a medieval monastery, with soaring arches, intricate stonework, and a tranquil courtyard. The architecture and atmosphere of the library are designed to transport visitors back in time to the medieval period, creating a peaceful and contemplative space for research and study.

The collection of the Cloisters Library includes over 15,000 volumes, including rare and unique manuscripts and books on topics such as illuminated manuscripts, sculpture, metalwork, and textiles. The library also has a collection of photographs and slides of medieval art and architecture, as well as a collection of rare prints and drawings.

Overall, the Cloisters Library is a unique and valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of medieval art and culture, offering a glimpse into a fascinating period of human history.

CLOISTERS LIBRARY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in NEW YORK NY. US MID #8403600367

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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CLOISTERS LIBRARY
799 FORT WASHINGTON AVE
NEW YORK
NY
10040

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