New York Academy of Medicine Rare Book Library
This hidden library of physiological ephemera contains centuries worth of knowledge on the vim and viscera of the human body.

šŸ“œ Historic library with extensive collection of medicinal texts.
šŸ” Holds over 500,000 items, including rare books from the 15th-18th centuries.

Why Go

šŸ“š Explore a vast collection of historic medicinal texts
šŸ”¬ View rare works by Sigmund Freud and anatomical illustrations
šŸ›ļø Discover a semi-secret, impressive hidden library
šŸ“– See prototype dentures that modeled George Washington's chompers

Why Avoid

āš ļø Appointment required for access

Tips

šŸ“§ Email library@nyam.org a few days in advance to make an appointment.

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