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History of the Boston Athenaeum
February 3, 2005
John H. Lannon associate director, Boston Athenaeum

John Lannon, associate director of the Boston Athenaeum, discusses the history of this enduring fixture on Beacon Hill. Founded in 1807, it houses such treasures as George Washington's library, and artworks by artists such as John Singer Sargent and Gilbert Stuart.

Culture & Identity | History | People & Places
Art Galleries | Boston Athenaum | membership libraries | Architecture | Landmarks | Libraries & Museums
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Old South Meeting House

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