Libraries in New York State

A mummy and sarcophagus are part of the many wonders in this library's collection.

A commemorative plaque hides a door that leads down to the New York Public Library's underground book bunker.

Of all the unique artifacts inside this library, a mummified hand stands out among the others.

This stained glass window designed by Tiffany Studios is hidden behind the circulation desk of a public library.

This peaceful gem in upstate New York was chosen as the future home of the 14th Dalai Lama's Library and Museum.

This rare archive of original recordings and photos uncovers the early days of hip hop culture.

A memorial marks the library lobby where Langston Hughes' ashes are buried.

A collection of fanzines, recordings, and documents detailing the rise and influence of the feminist punk movement.

Explore the evolution of printing technology, from cuneiform to Kindle.

Obscure and obsolete publications are given new life as works of art.

The attic and basement house two museums stuffed with oddities like swallowed spoon handles and a shrunken head.

The original toys that inspired the beloved children's stories are on display at the New York Public Library.

This Manhattan museum houses one of the largest collections of Spanish art and manuscripts outside of Spain.

A room hidden behind a swinging shelf in the children's section.

The world's largest collection of materials relating to lesbian history is housed in a Brooklyn townhouse.

From this desk Al Hirschfeld drew his influential caricatures of the 20th century's Broadway stars.