The New York Society Library
New York
historic library
Established in 1754, The New York Society Library is celebrated as the oldest library in New York City, offering a rich 270-year history within its historic walls. Visitors highlight the elegant reading rooms and the impressive eleven floors of book stacks, which can be explored through public tours.
- Sign up for a public tour to access all eleven floors of book stacks.
- Visit the reading rooms for an elegant and quiet study environment.
- Appreciate the 270-year history as the oldest library in New York City.
- Look for architectural details within the historic 1754-established building.
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Monday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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