Cornell University Library Historical Tours focuses on the library's history and showcases its noteworthy architecture, collections and artwork. The first part of the series is an introduction to Cornell's oldest library, now known as Uris Library. Built in 1891, elements of the university's history are preserved in the architecture and art work that fills Uris. The Uris Library Historical Library Tour podcast highlights the building's Dean Room, the Class of 1957 - Kinkeldey Room, the Andrew Dickson White Library, Jacques Lipchitz's sculpture, Song of the Vowels, Jennie McGraw Fiske, and the Cornell Chimes. Music by the Cornell Chimesmasters, © 2007
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