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This was originally a private home designed by John Dodson and built in 1859 in the Italianate architectural style. It was later owned by William R. McKenney and donated to the city of Petersburg in 1929 to be used as the public library. This three story structure has a labyrinth of reading rooms in it (even a basement) and has always (since I have been going there) had a wonderful aroma of old books. I can't even begin to describe what an experience it is to be in this grand old dame when a thunderstorm is marching through and your down in the basement or being cozied up with a book next to one of the many ornately mantled fireplaces while it's snowing outside. I'm angry that city council decided in favor of a "new" public library. One that will be designed in a "modern ugly" style, i.e., architecturally sterile inside and out. There will be no labyrinth of book filled rooms with fireplaces, hundred plus year old Victorian oil paintings and busts of historical thinkers gazing at me, "the hungry reader", happy to be escaping the trappings of this modern world. The new building plans (which I have seen) are all about form and function but no "style". This library, the "old library" is going to be sorely missed by those that have a "passion" for reading. It's not simply about going somewhere or doing something, it's about the experiences and having our senses stimulated that brings enrichment, fulfillment and joy to our lives. That is what this place had to offer.
After the Capitol tour ended and we were shepherded back into the Visitor Center. Looking to stay in the air conditioning for as long as possible, we went through the tunnel that leads to the Library of Congress. Located just across the street from the Capitol is the Thomas Jefferson Building, which is the oldest building belonging to the Library of Congress. It's also one of the prettiest buildings in all of DC.
Built between 1890 and 1897, the interior of the Jefferson Building is an amazing and elaborately decorated wonder. This is the Great Hall, which was awesomely beautiful.
November 2010 - There still continue to be some real books in the stacks.
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Took this shot a few days ago at the Central Library. It's one of my most favourite buildings in Vancouver. I love the curves, the windows, the lines, and the books!
Best viewed on a black background - Hit L.
Ephesus, now in modern day Turkey, was built in the 10th century BC on the coast of Ionia and was a great seaport. Known for its Temple of Artemis, one of the seven Ancient Wonders of the World, it came under Roman control in 129 BC. Built in AD 115-125, this library fell during an earthquake in AD 270 and was not rebuilt until the 1970s. The interior measures 70 by 80 feet and held approximately 15,000 scrolls. The Apostle Paul came here to Ephesus and in 380 the destruction of the Pagan temples was legalised and Christianity was declared the official religion. A Jewish menorah is engraved into the steps of the library evidencing the presence of the early church in Ephesus.
Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read.
-- Groucho Marx (who else?)
Library of Birmingham Opened by Malala Yousafzai, the schoolgirl shot by the Taliban. on the 3rd Sep 2013 ... The £189m Library of Birmingham, which houses one million books and is the largest in Europe .it was designed by Francine Houben
Run by a team of volunteers, with support from Dorset library services in the form of bookstock, computer/catalogue access, and regular visits from a community liaison librarian.
Visited by members of the Taskforce team.
Photo credit: Julia Chandler/Libraries Taskforce
The Library's mission is to support the Congress in fulfilling its constitutional duties and to further the progress of knowledge and creativity for the benefit of the American people. LOC.gov
Here's a problem with being two weeks behind in the photo-a-day. This library looks great now. I took the picture when I added the top shelf to the bookshelves. The books are now sorted alphabetically. This room is for fiction, and the family room has the non-fiction books.
Dedicated to Uncle Brent. This shot is just a regular shot of what my house "actually looks like." More to come.
Year 3, Day 291
Title: Campusbibliotheek Arenberg
Other title: Campus Library Arenberg; Celestine Priory
Creator: Moneo, Jose Rafael; Keldermans, Rombout, d. 1531
Creator role: Architect
Date: 1521-1526 (Monastery built) 2002 (Restoration complete)
Current location: Heverlee, Vlaams-Brabant, Flanders, Belgium
Description of work: In January of 1997 the Katholieke Universiteit (Catholic University) located in Leuven (Flemish)/Louvain (French) held a competition for the renovation of the vacant Celestine priory, in nearby Heverlee, and its conversion into a library for four departments: Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences, Sciences, Engineering and Bio-engineering. Since its closure in 1783 the monastery had been utilized in a variety of ways. In the 19th and early 20th centuries the building was a stable for the nearby Castle Arenberg and from 1925 to 1984 it was a test station for plant breeding. Spanish architect Rafael Moneo embraced Rombout Keldermans II's original monastery architecture by incorporating new construction that enhanced (and found new use for) the old (Langouche, Guido ed. The Celestine Priory at Leuven: From Monastery to Library. Leuven: Leuven University Press, 2005). The addition connects opposite sides of the former monastery's courtyard which creates new outdoor spaces. The concave exterior walls on the top floor are mirrored by convex walls on the addition's opposite side (which faces the cloister garth) and by interior convex detailing that houses some of the entry hall's lighting.
Description of view: Series of library bookshelves with concrete columns, pyramid shaped skylights and an exit with concrete stairs in the background
Work type: Architecture and Landscape
Style of work: Medieval: Gothic: Late Gothic; Contemporary: Postmodern
Culture: Netherlandish; Belgian
Materials/Techniques: Concrete
Wood
Source: Pisciotta, Henry (copyright Henry Pisciotta)
Date photographed: 2009
Resource type: Image
File format: JPEG
Image size: 2304H X 3072W pixels
Permitted uses: This image is posted publicly for non-profit educational uses, excluding printed publication. Other uses are not permitted. For additional details see: alias.libraries.psu.edu/vius/copyright/publicrightsarch.htm
Collection: Worldwide Building and Landscape Pictures
Filename: WB2013-0015 Arenberg Library.jpg
Record ID: WB2013-0015
Sub collection: libraries
convents and monasteries
schools
Copyright holder: Copyright Henry Pisciotta
Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley, California
The library was built between 1931 and 1934 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is also a Berkeley Landmark.
Learn more: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berkeley_Public_Library
1954 PBO; All Passion spent by Chandler Brossard. unknown Artist cover by Raymond Johnson. (The quality of the cover is not very good, Sorry..)
I went to Ikea today to buy yet another Billy bookcase. After the initial reorganization, I thought I would take a photo and share this with you all. This is only a part of our library (1/3? 1/4?), but I thought it would be interesting to show you what my academic books are, grouped by subject. This doesn't include most of my history books (my undergrad major) or theology (another interest) or the very many fiction and nonfiction books we have scattered around the house.
The Utrecht University is the largest university in the Netherlands. The library building at the campus is a very modern, large and beautiful building. There are a lot of rooms for studying, reading, relaxing etc.
Detail of the front of the building.