An artist’s rendering shows one of the entrances to the underground expansion of the Folger Shakespeare Library. (Folger Shakespeare Library)Home to the world’s largest Shakespeare collection, the Folger Shakespeare Library is planning an underground expansion to draw more visitors to its renowned holdings and spark interest in the playwright’s work. The library has already raised $25 million toward its goal for the two-year project, which requires approval from two federal agencies. [‘Cult of celebrity’ exhibit explores similarities between Shakespeare, Austen]The expansion plan solves some of the historic building’s accessibility problems without changing its stately exterior. “A Monument to Shakespeare: The Architecture of the Folger Shakespeare Library” will run until January, when the building is set to close for the expansion.

Source: Washington Post April 11, 2019 12:01 UTC