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The Newberry's collections, programs, and exhibitions have been free and open to all since 1887. Curious people from all over visit to research topics of interest, discover their family history, take classes, or learn something new and unexpected.
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Five Self-Guided Tours of “Pop-Up Books through the Ages”
Can't make it to one of our guided exhibition tours? Not to worry. Here are five self-guided tours you can take during your visit.
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Whether it's a letter from Michelangelo or a doodle drawn in a 19th-century textbook by a procrastinating student, primary sources bring the past to life in vivid detail. You’re free to explore these historic materials online or in person at the Newberry.