Located just across the street from The Fairmont Copley Plaza is the Boston Public Library, one of the largest public libraries in the nation. 

For more than 150 years, Boston Public Library has been a revolutionary leader in America's public library service.  Established in 1848, Boston Public Library was the first publicly supported municipal library in America, the first public library to lend a book, the first to have a branch library and the first to have a children's room. 

The great part about visiting the Boston Public Library in Copley Square is that it is easy on your wallet.  All of its programs and exhibits are free and open to the public. The Boston Public Library also offers one of the most unique and historic event venues in the city. Ornately designed spaces offer groups the ideal setting for holiday parties, corporate conferences, weddings and more.  At the Boston Public Library, books are just the beginning!