New York Public Library Main Branch

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The New York Public Library Main Branch, officially known as the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, is an iconic Beaux-Arts structure located at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street in Manhattan. Opened in 1911, it is renowned for its impressive architecture, including the majestic marble lions named Patience and Fortitude that guard its entrance. Inside, the library boasts the grand Rose Main Reading Room, adorned with chandeliers and intricate ceiling murals.

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