The Arts and Literature Division is located on the first floor of the Rundel Library Building. The Arts section contains books and materials covering fine arts, crafts, photography, music, dance, recreation and sports. The Literature section contains books and materials covering fiction, drama, poetry, literary criticism, religion, philosophy and languages, including books written in multiple languages. The division also includes exhibit spaces, quiet study rooms, “hot books” and a large print collection.
Division Supervisor: Erin Clarke
115 South Avenue
Rochester, NY 14604
(585) 428-8380
ArtLitRef@libraryweb.org
First Floor of the Rundel Memorial Library Building
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