JOHN CARTER BROWN LIBRARY
PROVIDENCE, RI
The John Carter Brown Library is a world-renowned research library located in Providence, Rhode Island. It was founded in 1846 and is named after John Carter Brown, a wealthy philanthropist who donated his extensive collection of rare books and documents related to the Americas to Brown University.
The library's collection includes over 50,000 rare books, maps, and manuscripts, dating back to the 15th century. The focus of the collection is on the history of the Americas, from the arrival of Christopher Columbus to the end of the 19th century. The library also holds a significant collection of materials related to the history of the Caribbean and Brazil.
The building itself is a beautiful example of neoclassical architecture, designed by the renowned Boston firm Shepley, Rutan and Coolidge. The main reading room is a spacious and elegant space, with high ceilings and large windows that allow plenty of natural light.
The John Carter Brown Library is open to scholars, researchers, and the general public, and offers a range of resources and services, including rare book and manuscript consultations, exhibitions, and lectures. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Americas.
JOHN CARTER BROWN LIBRARY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in PROVIDENCE RI. US MID #8404400021
The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).
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JOHN CARTER BROWN LIBRARY
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JOHN CARTER BROWN LIBRARY Information
MID # | 8404400021 |
Name | JOHN CARTER BROWN LIBRARY |
Alternate Name | JOHN CARTER BROWN LIBRARY |
Classification | Uncategorized or General Museums, , New England |
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INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 41.826259, -71.402255 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 44 FIPS County Code: 007 US Census Tract: 003602 US Census Block: 3018 |