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The library has a lot of artifacts and exhibits that are related to literature, including a collection of locks of hair from various famous authors.

The NYCPL was built at the site of a shutdown reservoir because it was a public place that people frequently visited and the builders wanted the library to take the place of this park.

A philanthropist who donated $100 million to the library.

The library was styled around the Beaux Arts architecture style which was used on buildings meant to serve a symbolic meaning.

The history behind the building of the Stephen A. Schwarzman building .

A protester defaces a picture of Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak

A supporter of President Hosni Mubarak, on camel, fights with anti-Mubarak protesters in Cairo, Egypt

The real revolution song of Tahrir Square

A song, sang and written by a band named Cairokee for the protesters.