http://www.providenceathenaeum.org/An independent membership library; provides a collection of books and other materials to all who love reading, appreciate literature, and enjoy cultural discovery.The Providence Athenaeum
America's Fourth Oldest Library and
Oldest Cultural Institution
The Providence Athenaeum, founded in 1753 as an independent membership
library, provides books and other materials to all, of any age, who love
reading, appreciate literature, and enjoy cultural discovery. The Athenaeum'sthe providence athenaeumlibraryrarebookshistorycataloguecatalogIndependent
Features a large collection of works in the Hermetic-Christian tradition. Information on exhibitions and scholarly conferences. Online articles and visiting details.
The Mechanics' Institute Library is a general interest membership library and chess club located at 57 Post Street in San Francisco's business district.