From Streets to Shelves: Local Library History

Emily Macrae

This Jane’s Walk explores the origins and evolution the world’s busiest urban library system: from the architectural styles of landmark buildings to the changing role of technology. We’ll start outside the Lillian H Smith library near College and Spadina then end at the Toronto Reference library. Along the way we’ll find out how puppets, protests and 3D printing have shaped the city’s public library system and share stories about the role of libraries in civic life.

Walk Start:

Lillian H Smith Public Library, Spadina/College

Toronto Reference Library, Bloor/Yonge

Walk End:

Date:

Start Time:

Sunday, May 4

3:00:00 PM

Duration:

1:30:00

Language:

English

Theme:

Advocacy and Politics, Architecture and Urban Planning, Arts and Culture, History and Places, Lived experiences and personal perspectives, People and Communities

Accessibility:

Uneven terrain, Breaks encouraged, Busy sidewalks, Dog-friendly walk, Family-friendly walk, Walk participants are encouraged to sit or perch at each stop :)

Attendees Identify You:

I'll be outside the Lillian H Smith Library, standing on the window ledge