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Seattle Public Library Grand Opening: May 23, 2004

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The new central library.
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Northeast corner.
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East face.
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Entryway, 5th Avenue.
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Otts' library card.
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The structure.
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Eager library guide (Darren).
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Funky mod modular extruded furniture.
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The grand entry.
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Widow shadows.
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Portal through the wall to the escalator.
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Secret viewing point.
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Inside.
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Shiny. Red. Lickable. (says the New York Times)
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Yes, this is really a library.
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Waiting.
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In the stacks.
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Above the stacks.
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Above it all (inside/outside).
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The ceiling? Or maybe the walls. Or both.
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Northern face.