Bibliothèque Forney

The Forney library, whose collection of books is focused on the arts (graphic arts, art history, decorative arts, fashion) is a very interesting building near Pont Marie Metro station, at the beginning of "Marais" neighborhood known as the "Hôtel de Sens". The building is almost the only one in Paris (and one of the few in France) to have a civil medieval architectural style, only the Cluny Museum shares the same style. Despite not being originally a religious building, the "Hôtel des sens" is very ornate, with windows framed by warheads, lintels and arches. The library has a fairly complete documentation section on the 1st floor, but many others are available by asking for authorization documents on the top floor.