Mott Haven Library Teen Center Opens with a Visit from Mayor Adams

By NYPL Staff
September 28, 2023
Mayor Adams, NYPL President Anthony Marx, and others at the Teen Center’s ribbon-cutting.
Mayor Adams, NYPL President Anthony Marx, and others at the Teen Center’s ribbon-cutting.

Mayor Eric Adams joined New York City library presidents and Bronx community members at the grand opening celebration for Mott Haven Library’s new Teen Center on Wednesday, September 27. The new teen center is the result of a $15 million investment in the City’s public libraries made by Mayor Adams one year ago and is the latest of 30 dedicated teen locations that will open this year across the five boroughs thanks to city funding provided by Mayor Adams, as well as private donors.

Teens who came to the grand opening party took part in activities including mural painting, button making, and more using the facilities offered in the new, state-of-the-art-space. Mayor Adams received a tour of the Teen Center—which features a new recording studio, 3-D printer, art and design supplies, computers, and more—from Mott Haven branch staff and Bronx teens. He also received a special-edition NYPL “hip-hop” library card, and a hand-drawn portrait of his likeness created by Teen Ambassador Nana Adwoa Agyemang.

NYPL President Anthony Marx addresses guests and community members.
NYPL President Anthony Marx addresses guests and community members.

Learn more about Mott Haven Library’s Teen Center and explore all NYPL Teen Centers across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Plus, discover everything The New York Public Library offers teens, including special programs and events, access to millions of books and e-books, and much more.