This research library and museum focuses on illuminated, literary and historical manuscripts, early printed books and old-master drawings and prints. The collection, mostly acquired by financier J.P. Morgan during his travels through Europe, includes Biblia Latina by Gutenberg and works by Ingres, Degas and Blake. In 2006, an expansion designed by Renzo Piano added a reading room with translucent roof that allows scholars to examine manuscripts in natural light. Historical and exhibition tours are offered daily; call for schedules. A regular schedule of classical music concerts, lectures and family programs is presented. Open Tuesday-Thursday 10:30 am-5 pm, Friday 10:30 am-9 pm, Saturday 10 am-6 pm, Sunday 11 am-6 pm. US$12 adults, US$8 children younger than 16, seniors and students with ID. Free admission Friday after 7 pm and Sunday after 4 pm. 225 Madison Ave., at 36th Street (subway line 4, 5, 6 or 7 to 42nd Street-Grand Central; B, D, F or Q to 42nd Street), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-685-0008. http://www.themorgan.org.
