Welcome to MesoReference.com! Our reference directory includes selected reference websites relating to libraries, archives, bibliography, education, flags, journals, maps, museums, parliamentary procedure and more.
| America Library of Geneva A non-profit subscription library based out of Geneva, Switzerland, serving the English speaking community. http://www.amlib.ch/ |
| American Antiquarian Society Research library in Massachusetts specialising in American history and culture up to 1876. History, catalogues, online exhibits and guides to the collection. http://www.americanantiquarian.org/ |
| American Library in Paris A private, non-profit English-language library in Paris, France since 1920. Site includes information on membership, collections, services, and events. http://www.americanlibraryinparis.org/ |
| Association of Independent Libraries Directory and guide to the history and collections of existing subscription libraries in the United Kingdom. http://www.independentlibraries.co.uk/ |
| Athenaeum of Philadelphia Non-profit, member-supported library founded in 1814 to collect materials 'connected with the history and antiquities of America, and the useful arts, and generally to disseminate useful knowledge'; online catalog, exhibit information, and grant applications available. http://www.PhilaAthenaeum.org/ |
| Booklend A free personal library of books available by post, operating on the honor system. http://www.booklend.net/ |
| Chawton House Library & Study Centre Centre for the Study of Early English Women's Writing, 1600-1830, in Jane Austen's former home. Online texts, history and access. http://www.chawton.org/ |
| Chetham's Library Founded in 1653 in Manchester, England and open free of charge. History, list of manuscripts and online catalogue. http://www.chethams.org.uk/ |
| Glasgow Women's Library Women-only collection of material for and about women, including the Lesbian Archive and Information Centre. Services and facilities, newsletter and membership form. http://www.womens-library.org.uk/ |
| J.R. Ritman Library - Bibliotheca Philosophica Hermetica Features a large collection of works in the Hermetic-Christian tradition. Information on exhibitions and scholarly conferences. http://www.ritmanlibrary.nl/ |
| Jessie Street National Women's Library Dedicated to the cultural heritage of Australian women. Description of the collections, lecture programme and membership information. http://www.jessiestreetwomenslibrary.com |
| Library of the Boston Athenaeum A membership and research library with special collections in Boston history, New England state and local history, biography, English and American history, literature, and arts. http://www.bostonathenaeum.org/ |
| Marsh's Library The earliest public library in Ireland, built in 1701, with contemporary religious and scientific collections. Online catalogue. http://www.marshlibrary.ie/ |
| Marx Memorial Library Subscription lending library in London dedicated to Marxism and labour movements. Overview of collections, lecture programme and membership rates. http://www.marxlibrary.net/ |
| Mechanics' Institute Library The Mechanics' Institute Library is a general interest membership library and chess club located at 57 Post Street in San Francisco's business district. http://www.milibrary.org/ |
| Mercantile Library of New York Subscription library dedicated to the promotion of literature. Membership information, facilities and programs. http://www.mercantilelibrary.org/ |
| Montreal Association of Independent Libraries Access to the Atwater Library and Computer Centre, the Fraser-Hickson Library, the Montreal Children's Library, and the Jewish Public Library. http://www.independentlibraries.org/ |
| Providence Athenaeum (Rhode Island) An independent membership library; provides a collection of books and other materials to all who love reading, appreciate literature, and enjoy cultural discovery. http://www.providenceathenaeum.org/ |
| St Deiniol's Library Information on this library founded by William Ewart Gladstone in 1889 for the promotion of 'Divine Learning'. Includes details on programmes and access to the library catalogue. http://www.st-deiniols.org/ |
| The Ambleside Museum & Armitt Library Free educational institution in the English Lake District. Bibliographies and artefacts on natural history and local people including Beatrix Potter, Ruskin and the Lake poets. http://fp.armitt.plus.com/ |