The People's Palace: A Portrait of the New York Public Library

Synopsis

With a mission of collecting, preserving and making accessible the materials of human culture, the New York Public Library plays a vital role in the cultural life of the Big Apple. This film provides a multifaceted portrait of the institution. Viewers will learn about the library's history, collections and research centers as well as the individuals charged with upholding its mission while always keeping an eye to the future.

Director

Graham Judd

Written by

Graham Judd

Studio

Thirteen

Released

1 January 1991

Genres

Documentary