Kingsbridge Branch records, 1909-1999.

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Creator

New York Public Library. Kingsbridge Branch.

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• 2 linear feet (4 boxes).

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

Kingsbridge Branch Records include brochures, news clippings and program information documenting branch activities from 1905-1999.

Biographical/Historical Notes

The Kingsbridge Branch of The New York Public Library traces its origins to the Kingsbridge Free Library, established in June 1894 by Dr. James Douglas.

In 1902 Douglas offered to donate land to the New York Public Library so that a branch of that institution could be built in the neighborhood, with funds contributed by Andrew Carnegie. The offer was accepted in May 1903, and construction of a McKim, Mead and White designed building began soon after. The library opened May 19, 1905 at 3041 Kingsbridge Avenue.

In June 1958 the City of New York leased land at 280 W. 231st Street to build a replacement branch, and the original building was closed at the end of that year. A new glass-fronted, split-level library, with nearly three times the floor space of the former building, opened on January 23, 1959.

Controlled Access Terms

• New York Public Library. Kingsbridge Branch.
• Libraries -- New York (State) -- New York.
• Branch libraries.
• Public libraries -- New York (State) -- New York.