High Bridge Library
78 West 168th Street, Bronx, NY 10452
Hours open
Monday:
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
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About the Business

Welcome to High Bridge Library, a cherished cornerstone of the vibrant multi-ethnic community in the Southwest Bronx for over 100 years. Located at 78 West 168th Street, The Bronx, New York 10452, our library offers a welcoming space for people of all ages to explore, learn, and connect.
Important Notice: High Bridge Library will be temporarily closed for renovations from Wednesday, August 21st to Saturday, August 31st. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Discover everything High Bridge Library has to offer! From an extensive collection of books in English, Spanish, Arabic, and French to free Wi-Fi, computers, and diverse classes, there's something for everyone. Our newly expanded Teen Center, supported by the City of New York, provides digital resources, tech equipment, and art materials designed to inspire and engage young minds.
Please note: In accordance with new Library policy, e-bikes, e-scooters, and electronic transportation devices are not permitted inside any NYPL location, except for mobility aids.
Explore our wide array of free resources, including e-books, e-audiobooks, bestselling magazines, and world newspapers—all accessible from home with your library card. Join us for online classes, book clubs, and programs that cater to a variety of interests.
Not sure what to read next? Try Shelf Help, NYPL's personalized book-selection service. Share your reading preferences, and our librarians will handpick five books for you, ready for pickup at your local branch.
Engage with our community through our spacious meeting space, perfect for community gatherings, and admire the beautiful tree sculpture in our Children's Room. Whether you're visiting in person or online, High Bridge Library is here to support you with the resources you need during these challenging times.
We invite you to explore and enjoy the many programs and services we offer, designed to enrich and empower our community. Book an in-person or virtual class visit or group tour today and discover the endless possibilities at High Bridge Library.
Reviews
"The library has a lot of space and it’s really comfortable. Not too loud and it’s cool they have programs for children. The only bad thing is that sometimes the staff can be rude and have attitude."
"The staff was incredibly helpful, and the collection is extensive. A fantastic resource for the community. They host events frequently and offer tutoring for younger children."
"They are very prejudiced towards black people at this Public Library. I have gone here only one time just to print out a few documents. All of the women at the front desk became very hostile once I tried to pay for the print job. They tried to steal my money by saying that I have to pay for 6 prints even though their printer only put out 4 pages. After trying to explain that to them, they became very rude, dismissive and aggressive towards me. I had to go over to the printer myself and investigate why I didn’t receive the full amount of pages. It turned out that they allowed the printer paper to go low and then run out. But instead of them just checking it themselves or even offering my money back, they told me I can just reprint the whole thing and have to pay extra. Each time I tried to explain to them how ridiculous that was, they all tried to act like they couldn’t hear me from behind the thin glass in the quiet library. I would not recommend that anyone who is self respecting visit this location. And if you think at a library a person would be safe and helped just avoid this absolute abomination of a supposed Public Library that my taxes fund."
"Pretty small selection in books but you're sure to find something you'll like. Its a cozy library but the staff isnt the friendliest. They get annoyed when you ask questions and 30 mins before the library closes they shutter the lights on and off like children. I guess thats code for "get out""
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