Fisher Fine Arts Library, Anne and Jerome

This historic library, a National Historic Landmark, is the major masterpiece of Philadelphia's most important Victorian architect, Frank Furness. Combining genius in planning and form, it is a seminal library design that expresses function while merging the imagery of cathedral and railroad station. Additions in 1916, 1922, and 1931, Restored from 1986-91 by Venturi, Scott Brown and Associates. The 1931 McGoodwin addition is home to the Arthur Ross Gallery.

Fisher Fine Arts Library, Anne and Jerome

Fisher Fine Arts Library, Anne and Jerome

Building Code: 170
Year Built: 1890
Floors: 8
Architect: Furness Evans Co.; Roberts Rhodes McGoodwin; Venturi, Scott Brown and Assoc.
Addition Year: 1916 - 1931 - 1988 - 1991
Trustee Date: 1/24/92
Other Name: Furness, Furness Library, Fine Arts Library, Furness Building, Univ. of Pennsylvania Library
Building Manager
Wellman, Jr., Karl M.