Brooklyn Public Library - Williamsburgh Branch Marcy Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211
About the Business
Welcome to the Brooklyn Public Library - Williamsburgh Branch, a cornerstone of culture and community located on Marcy Avenue in the heart of Brooklyn, New York. As one of the borough's largest libraries, spanning 26,000 square feet, our branch is not just a place to read but a vibrant hub for learning, exploration, and civic engagement.
Designed in a classical revival style, the Williamsburgh Library's architecture is as inspiring as its offerings. Its unique floorplan, reminiscent of an open book with two wings radiating from the central atrium, invites you to explore and discover. Since 2006, this architectural gem has been recognized as a designated landmark of New York City.
Our library offers a variety of unique services to enrich your experience. You can borrow up to three tools at a time from our Greenpoint Library, perfect for those DIY projects. Explore cultural richness by borrowing museum passes to over 80 cultural institutions, opening doors to endless adventures. For those interested in tracing their heritage, we provide a comprehensive guide to resources for genealogical research.
Your participation and support are crucial in maintaining the library as a dynamic cultural and civic center for everyone. Whether you're here to uncover new stories, dive into history, or engage with the community, the Williamsburgh Branch is your gateway to endless possibilities. Join us and be a part of a legacy that continues to inspire and connect.
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Location & Phone number
Marcy Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211, United States
Hours open
Monday:
10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday:
13:00 - 20:00
Wednesday:
10:00 - 18:00
Thursday:
10:00 - 20:00
Friday:
10:00 - 18:00
Saturday:
10:00 - 17:00
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"Nice library. Friendly staff. Could use some security. I work remotely and was doing a bit of work there just to get out of the house and a clearly mentally ill woman was muttering to herself for about 30 minutes and turned her attention to me threatening to kill me last week. They asked her to leave and she did after about three more minutes of threats at me. No one was hurt or anything but I know this kind of stuff happens at libraries in NYC all the time. Just disruptive behavior, harassment, lack of awareness of those around them, violence, and theft. Libraries are a net good but the mental illness and homelessness that runs rampant in NYC have turned most of them into homeless shelters during the day. No judgement obviously. I pray for these people but no one should feel unsafe at a public library. There needs to be more security. I don’t feel safe going there to work anymore since that incident."
"Not necessarily the best place to go if you have trouble focusing. It's not that quiet- and the library staff are the ones chatting loudly in the quiet study area. Once, I heard a man ask for more quiet so he could focus, and a librarian snapped at him. The librarians are nice if you ask for something other than quiet... in a library, lol."
"Very peaceful library to stay and study. A lot of books to choose. There’s diferents areas to kids, adults and open area to use computers and print. The people working is so kind and friendly. I loved my time in this library. I want to comeback soon."
"These type of locations are becoming more and more obsolete and fading away due to the changing of times. I'm just glad we can still enjoy them these days. Nowadays you can just turn on a computer and get all the information you need or just Google it on a smartphone as well. I on the other can remember as a young boy/teenager coming to these places to do homework or get more or better information to complete my school work. It's amazing on how you can let your imagination run free and take you to a place you read about. Not like today's time's that Images/photos just show you on computers screen."
"The staff here are lovely and helpful. It’s a lovely atmosphere and there are lots of community events held here as well as tutoring and activities for kids/teens. The non-fiction range is a little small and there seems to be space for more books but it is a small branch and there are other branches nearby."
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