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Grolier Club, New York, NY

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Grolier Club

A New York society for book and print lovers that runs free public exhibition galleries.

47 East 60th Street, New York, NY 10022 · New York, NY

About Grolier Club

The Grolier Club, founded in 1884, is a society for bibliophiles and graphic arts enthusiasts in New York City. Its members include collectors, dealers, librarians, designers, and printers. The club pursues its aims through a library, public exhibitions and lectures, and publications. Visitors can view exhibitions in the ground floor and second floor galleries during opening hours. Visitors must sign in at the front desk, and the club asks guests to follow its visitor guidelines.

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