1465 York Avenue
New York, NY 10075
212-288-5049
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12 PM–5 PM
Day Date Hours
Monday 12/9 11 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 12/10 11 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 12/11 11 AM–7 PM
Thursday 12/12 11 AM–7 PM
Friday 12/6 12 PM–5 PM
Saturday 12/7 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday 12/8 CLOSED
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About the Library

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Among the oldest libraries in New York City, the Webster Branch has a history that can be traced back to 1893, before its incorporation into The New York Public Library Branch system. Founded as the Webster Free Library, it was named after Charles B. Webster, who donated the building on East 76th Street where the library was originally located. The current site on 78th Street and York Avenue was constructed with funds donated to New York by Andrew Carnegie. 

 

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