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List of presidents of the Boston Public Library

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President of the Boston Public Library
Incumbent
David Leonard
since June 14, 2016 (2016-06-14)
SalaryUS$220,833 (June 2023)[1]

The president of the Boston Public Library is the chief executive officer of the Boston Public Library (BPL).

Presidents

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Presidents of the Boston Public Library
No. Image President Term Length Ref.
Bernard A. Margolis 1997 – 2008 [2]
Amy E. Ryan October 1, 2008 – July 3, 2015 16 years and 1 month [3][4]
David Leonard June 14, 2016 – Present 8 years, 4 months, and 18 days [5]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Trustees Of The Public Library Of The City Of Boston". ProPublica. 9 May 2013.
  2. ^ Peet, Lisa (April 18, 2018). "Remembering Bernie Margolis, NY State Librarian". Library Journal. Media Source Inc.
  3. ^ Sweney, Brigid (May 22, 2010). "The Nice Queen". Boston Magazine. Archived from the original on December 8, 2023. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
  4. ^ Rios, Simón (June 3, 2015). "Boston Public Library President Resigns Following Disclosure Of Missing Artwork". WBUR-FM. Archived from the original on May 22, 2024. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
  5. ^ Gorel, Amy (June 14, 2016). "Boston Public Library Names David Leonard As New President". WBUR-FM. Archived from the original on March 5, 2024. Retrieved August 15, 2024.