📜 New York's oldest cultural institution and library, founded in 1754.🔍 Housed in a 5-story Italianate mansion on the Upper East Side.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore a beautiful, historic landmark building with wood-paneled rooms.
📚 Access a vast collection of nearly 300,000 volumes, including rare books.
🤫 Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere, quiet reading rooms and study spaces, a hidden gem in the city.
🚶 Public can use collections on-site and take impromptu tours.

Why Avoid

💳 Membership required for borrowing books, roaming stacks, and full electronic resources.

Cost

💰 Free entry for on-site use, membership fee for borrowing privileges.

Hours

🕒 Mon-Sat: 9 AM - 5 PMClosed Sundays

🅿️ ParkingBike parking available

♿ AccessibilityWheelchair accessible

🚻 ToiletsGender-neutral restrooms