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Harold Washington Library Center


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #178 of 506 attractions in Chicago
Traveller Description: The library houses approximately two million books and is a wonderful example of Chicago's architecture.
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Attraction type: Architectural building, Library, Other
Address: 400 South State Street Chicago, IL 60605
Tel: 312 747 4300

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2 of 5 stars
Mobile, AL
11 Dec 2004
0/7 found this review helpful

I love libraries so when I read about the Harold Washington Library in multiple travel guides, I added it to my Chicago itinerary. It was pretty much a waste of time. There were remarkably few books. If you happen to be walking by, stop in. Otherwise don't waste your time. more

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Harold Washington Library Center Address

400 South State Street, Chicago, IL 60605
Tel: 312 747 4300