Seattle Public Library

I haven't posted about a library from around the world in forever (probably because I haven't visited any but my local ones in a while).  But, luckily, I got to visit the Seattle Public Library while I was there over Christmas break. 

What a gorgeous and unique building!  I wish I'd had lots more time to walk around their collection, but we had limited change for the parking.  What we did see was absolutely fabulous.

I had a devil of a time getting a shot of the whole building from the outside (it's pretty tightly wedged among much taller buildings).

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The entrance area is totally beautiful.  These are some of my favorite photos:
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Especially this one.
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I didn't take very many photos from inside, though.  I lack the talent to take interesting photos of metal shelves and people enjoying the collections.  And there were LOTS of people enjoying them!  The children's collection really blew me away - it was huge and there were so many interesting displays.  

Here's a view from the top floor:
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More of the same:
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Indoor shot of lower levels:
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Here's hoping I get to visit more libraries soon!  
Do you have a favorite library building (aside from your local ones which provide such fabulous services)?

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