Midtown East · Manhattan
Free to visit for everyone. Borrowing, Wi-Fi, computers, printing and programs for kids, teens and adults. A library card is free for New York State residents, workers and students.
No public hours while the library is temporarily closed.
560 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022
at E. 50th St., lower level
Nearest subway lines
♿ Partially accessible
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