See the stunning renovation: Iconic New York Public Library reading room reopens Oct. 5

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Sometimes, in the world of renovations and makeovers, things actually do finish ahead of schedule.

If you've never had the pleasure of stepping inside the Rose Main Reading Room in the New York Public Library, you've probably dreamed up something that it reflects in reality.

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Looking something like a combination of a classical, historic reading room mixed with the grandeur of Hogwarts, the Rose Main Reading Room has been a long-standing embodiment of the magic that reading a book can offer since it was built in 1911.

On Tuesday, October 4th, the NYPL gave special access to select photographers to sneak peek the new renovations.

They took to Instagram, tagging their pictures with #NYPLreadingroom, to post their exclusive looks inside.

Take a look at their exclusive pics:

But in May 2014, one of the room's iconic ornamental rosettes fell a staggering 52-feet from the ceiling, prompting a full inspection of the ceilings in the room, as well as in the adjacent Bill Blass Public Catalog Room.

After nearly two years of renovations, the doors of both rooms are set to reopen to the public on Wednesday, October 5 at 10:00 am.

Tony Marx, New York Public Library President, said in a press release:

"The Library has eagerly anticipated the reopening of these glorious rooms, architectural gems which for over 100 years have been home to scholars, writers, students, and all members of the public who want to access our renowned research collections, learn, and create. As great stewards of all of our libraries, we are proud of this important project, which ensures that these spectacular spaces remain as inspiring as they were on they day they opened."

The renovation cost an estimated total of $12M.

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