Lewis Walpole Library

The Lewis Walpole Library is a research library affiliated with Yale University. It is in Farmington, Connecticut. It was founded in 1917. The library is dedicated to the study of eighteenth-century British culture and history. It has one of the most extensive collections of materials related to the period, including books, manuscripts, prints, and drawings.

 History 
The Lewis Walpole Library was founded by W.S. Lewis. Lewis was a Yale alumnus. He collected of things related to the British writer Horace Walpole. Lewis acquired thousands of items from the eighteenth century, focusing on Walpole’s writings, correspondence, and artworks. After Lewis's death, his collection went to Yale University. Yale established the Lewis Walpole Library as part of its library system.

 Collections 
 Extensive manuscripts and letters by Horace Walpole
 Rare books and pamphlets from the eighteenth century
 A significant collection of British satirical prints and caricatures
 Original drawings and illustrations from notable artists of the period

 Facilities 
The library is in a historic building in Farmington, Connecticut. It has reading rooms, study areas, and exhibition spaces. The facility includes period-specific decor that complements the library's mission of preserving and showcasing eighteenth-century artifacts.

 References 

 Other websites 
 Official Website of the Lewis Walpole Library
 Yale University Digital Collections

Category:Libraries in the United States
Category:Yale University
Category:1917 establishments in the United States