Suggestions for Library near New York

Michael F. • July 19, 2015I work from here everyday. It's the most beautiful home for books I've ever been in. Lots of little places to study and get work done. Free wifi all day!!!

R • September 4, 2014Pretty large children's section downstairs. Quite new library and well kept.

ᴡ E. • August 11, 2015Beautiful space to work, lots of communal tables. Only problem is that there's no bathroom - you have to go to nearby coffee shops.

Alan-Arthur A. • December 26, 2016Expansive collection of books on all types of performing arts. Great orchestra collection and they even have exhibits that are always changing!

Woody A. • September 20, 2011The Reading Room is quiet and perfect. On the 3rd floor of the Library, the Rose Room is free of noisy tourists.

Karen C. • May 3, 2022The 7th floor rooftop is a nice escape from the city sidewalks below. This library also keeps late hours and has airy reading spaces

Taty S. • January 28, 2019Amazing librarians, helpful and kind. Great building to relax in the middle of the midtown madness as well.

Diego R. • March 31, 2011A national poetry library and literary center that invites poets and the public to step into the living tradition of poetry. Don't miss it!

New York Public Library • May 10, 2012Speak Out for Your Libraries! NYPL needs your help NOW to stop a proposed $43 million cut. Help protect the 67th Street Library, sign a letter of support today. http://www.nypl.org/speakout

Peter • October 22, 2011Great desk space, ample outlets, quiet and speedy wifi all nestled in an old building on a tree-lined street in the West Village

Elizabeth • May 14, 2015The librarians are amazing. :)

Teachers College S. • July 1, 2013With a massive permanent collection, constant stream of exhibitions, dense library, and a myriad of public programs, the NYHS is invaluable to anyone interested in the history and culture of NYC.

Karissa✨ • January 14, 2016Even if you're not a member, you can still hang out in the Reference Room. :)

City of New York • July 22, 2013Did you know? The City Hall Library opened in 1913 and was part of the New York Public Library until 1969.

Jessica • January 28, 2015Pretty, newly renovated library with lovely, large seating section and great kids' area.

陳雄暉 弟. • October 5, 2019Great place for booking up, or booking around. Just hope people don't book things up as it so happens at other libraries. 🤓💻📚📖

Jen • July 13, 2017Selection of books is limited, computers and tables are always taken.

Esther • December 30, 2011Free wifi, comfy areas, lots of papers, books, computers to research.

Elizabeth • January 31, 2013Visit the LIBRARY!

MuseumNerd • March 21, 2011A great find for museum-style contemporary and other art exhibits.

Giulia • January 27, 2018Amazing archive for all the design lovers. Take an appointment and enjoy 2 hours of full immersion in an incredible collection of sketches, magazines, packaging and books by your favourite designers.

Fabricio V. • December 22, 2017Amazing place to visit. And I love the fact that SATC was filmed on this location as well. So in love with this atmosphere... ❤️

Steve R. • December 11, 2018Nice quiet and clean. Place to get my work done in peace

New York Public Library • May 10, 2012Speak Out for Your Libraries! NYPL needs your help NOW to stop a proposed $43 million cut. Help protect the Webster Library, sign a letter of support today.http://www.nypl.org/speakout

New York Public Library • August 9, 2011Andrew Heiskell Library is the only library in the five boroughs that provides National Library Service books for those with difficulty using regular print.

AMACOM Books • June 20, 2011Open 11am-7pm. Read donated books, newspapers, and periodicals here for free, and there's a wi-fi hot spot. Check out the history here: http://ow.ly/5mgNo

Tanay J. • August 24, 2014Free wifi, lots of seating. Decent spot to get some work done. Also: lots of books.

Inga • October 22, 2014The best library in town. Carefully curated collection of large format coffee table books on art, photography, and design is superb!

New York Public Library • May 10, 2012Speak Out for Your Libraries! NYPL needs your help NOW to stop a proposed $43 million cut. Help protect the Grand Central Library, sign a letter of support today. http://www.nypl.org/speakout

Charles • June 3, 2013By far the coolest room in the New York Public Library. Awesome place for folks that love all things geography and maps to get their geek on.