Philadelphia City Institute Library

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1901 Locust St (Rittenhouse Square) Philadelphia , PA 19103 United States

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Jordan Falciani

A crowded cozy little branch of the free library . There's a children's section downstairs and you can use the computers.

Free Library

The mural you see at the entrance is by noted Philadelphia artist David McShane. Check in to check it out!

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Chocolate croissants are a must try. Lots and lots of fluffy flaky yumminess! - ᴡ Sung