Exploring the Utica Public Library

This is continuing our visit to the lovely Utica Public Library, built in 1904. You can read the first segment, here.

As I stated before, this is one of our favorite libraries to visit, but because it’s in the city and because I hate city traffic, we don’t go as often as we wish. But we just love to explore the library. The media selection here is superb, with more than 192,000 items to browse; and it’s an architectural delight to roam the floors and rooms.

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The Utica Public Library, Utica, NY

We love the Utica Public Library. I don’t go as often as I’d like (I just hate city traffic), so when we do visit, it’s a real treat. The Utica Public Library just oozes history and gorgeous architecture. HOW on earth did they make such beautiful, enormous buildings 100+ years ago?! And why did they stop making them?

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Little Trip to Utica, NY

Snowstorm or no, we decided to brave the elements and drive to the small city of Utica today. It’s unbelievable that just two days ago temperatures were near 60 degrees F, with all our snow gone. And then today, 5 inches of wintry, cold snow and inclement weather. Driving into the city was sloppy and slow, but we hadn’t been out in so long, we didn’t care.

I’m in the process of compiling the photos and data, but I saw these and just HAD to share them now. Such beauty, such design! The Utica Public Library was built in 1904. The elegance and beautiful architecture is stunning.

That’s a statue of George Washington in the front yard.

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Free Museum Passes?

I’d never heard of such a thing! e-How has a post about how to “check out” free museum passes from your local library.

Step1
Register and obtain a Library Card from your local library.

Step2
Call or visit your local library and ask whether they offer Free Museum Passes that can be reserved and checked out for the day. Most offer Free passes to surrounding area Museums or Parks, that are valid for 2-4 people.

Step3
Pick an available date, and reserve your Free Pass. Pack a picnic or brown bag lunch to save expenses!

I utilize my local library a lot. I’d never heard of them offering free museum passes. I’ll have to check that out! If your local library offers such a thing, leave a comment to spread the news.

Hat tip Moomette’s Magnificents.