The New York Public Library offers free major exhibitions and special displays at three of its research library locations—the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, Library for the Performing Arts, and Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture—and community showcases at many of its branch locations throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.

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  • Mai La Thai: The Light Thereafter

    Ongoing
    53rd Street Library

    Mai La Thai is an award-winning interdisciplinary artist and photographer. Her accolades include FIrst Place in the 2019 PDN…

  • An Oral History of New Migrants in Lower Manhattan

    Ongoing
    New Amsterdam Library

    This project interviewed recent immigrants to the community, exploring their perceptions of New York prior to arrival, the media images…

  • Unrestricted Interest

    Ongoing
    Battery Park City Library

    The Battery Park City Library is happy to announce Unrestricted Interest, a permanent display located on the second floor of…

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Past Exhibitions

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    Rhythm Is My Business: Women Who Shaped Jazz

    The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

    Throughout the history of jazz, women have made significant if overlooked contributions to the genre. While some renowned figures like…

    Letters from Home: The Black ABCs Reimagined

    Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

    Step into Letters from Home: The Black ABCs Reimagined, an extraordinary exhibition by the Schomburg Junior Scholars Program. 

    The Rose Family Seder Books

    Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

    View selections from the Rose Family Seder Books, unique collections of Passover-themed artwork spanning over 60 years.