Treasures

Discover the Priceless Treasures Hidden Within the New York Public Library's Iconic Walls In honor of its 125th anniversary, the New York Public Library is opening its first-ever permanent exhibition in the exquisite Gottesman Hall: The Polonsky Exhibition of The New York Public Library's Treasures. This lavishly illustrated book, Treasures, accompanies the exhibition, showcasing the depth and breadth of the library's diverse collections of over 46 million rare books, maps, paintings, prints, sculptures, photographs, films, recorded sound, furniture, ephemera, and important historical documents. Filled with creations from history-makers and influencers who changed the world, Treasures features remarkable items such as the Declaration of Independence in Thomas Jefferson's hand, the original Bill of Rights, Charles Dickens's desk, George Washington's handwritten farewell address, manuscripts from literary giants like Maya Angelou, T.S. Eliot, Jack Kerouac, and Virginia Woolf, a Gutenberg Bible, Malcolm X's briefcase, the original Winnie-The-Pooh dolls, and a Sumerian cuneiform tablet from around 2300 BC. Treasures is a sumptuous four-color volume that celebrates the New York Public Library's role as a palace of wonders and a gift to the world, offering an unparalleled glimpse into its priceless archives.

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