St. Benedict's Academy (1883-1909). In boarding schools where living quarters were crowded, it was imperative to have a place where students could study in quiet. The study hall was supervised by one of the sisters in order to maintain quiet and to be of assistance to students doing their homework. This study hall in Cecilia Hall also served as the chapel until other wings were added to the convent to provide for larger chapels (Saint Benedict's Monastery Archives).
Interior of the Minneapolis Young Men's Christian Association Central Branch building at 10th Street and Mary Place, showing men reading and singing around a piano in the lounge area.
Contributing Institution:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Kautz Family YMCA Archives