The new york public library nypl has been an essential provider of free books information ideas and education for all new yorkers for more than 100 years.
New york public library rooms.
Regular sunday hours will resume september 8 2019.
The new york public library s main branch measures 390 feet 120 m on its north south axis by 270 feet 82 m on its west east axis.
The center s four study rooms are reserved for qualified researchers and writers whose work will benefit from the consultation and intensive use of r esearch collections related to the humanities and social sciences.
The dewitt wallace periodical room room 108 services current loose periodicals current issues of 200 popular periodicals and 22 domestic and foreign newspapers.
The stunning landmark space was forced to close for about two weeks that turned into two years.
The remaining thousands of bound print periodicals are requested through the rose main reading room room 315 on the third floor.
First floor room 119.
During this time patrons can access library services on sundays at nearby 53rd street library.
On may 30 2014 a piece of ceiling fell inside the new york public library rose reading room.
The new york public library said it was hoping to start the process of opening in july with eight branches that will provide grab and go pickup service for books.
The reading rooms are great spots if you re looking for a quiet place to read and you can charge your phone while you re at it.
If it were my room this where i might stand to apply mascara.
Everyone is welcome to browse freely.
The periodicals room is wi fi enabled.
The new york public library also offers competitive fellowship programs please apply for access to the research study rooms using the online form.
The new york public library is still a functioning library and many people come here for the library services.
Schwarzman building and mid manhattan library will be closed on sundays from july 7 2019 through september 1 2019.
You can book an audio tour and learn about the building on your own.