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Now Open: The New Inwood Library–Joseph and Sheila Rosenblatt Building

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The Inwood Library–Rosenblatt Building is on the ground floor of a new, 174-unit affordable housing development and features dedicated areas for adults, kids, and teens—including a new Teen Center with enhanced programming, resources, and technology for young adults; flexible community spaces and quiet study rooms; updated technology and systems; and a brand new collection of books for all ages!

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Discover all the Library has to offer! Visit your local branch for books, Wi-Fi, computers, classes, stimulating and entertaining programs, and much more for all ages. 

Did you know? The Library no longer charges late fines! Find out more and plan your visit. 

Please note: Due to new Library policy, e-bikes, e-scooters, and electronic transportation devices are not permitted inside any NYPL location. This does not apply to mobility aids.

Now Open! Teen Center at Inwood Library

Inwood Library Teen Center, featuring shelves of books, computer tables, an orange couch, and colorful murals.

Check out digital resources, tech equipment, art materials, and more at our newly expanded Teen Center. Learn more.

Lead support for Teens 360º is provided by the City of New York. 

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Learn more about the Library’s wide array of free resources, classes, events, and more! Book an in-person or virtual class visit or group tour now.

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Featured at Inwood Library

  • STEAM Discovery Kits

    Build, code, and investigate with NYPL’s amazing STEAM Discovery Kits! Available to borrow from Inwood Library and select other branches across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, these kits enable kids and tweens to explore robotics, circuitry, microbiology, engineering, coding, and more using exciting tools, toys, and books at home.

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  • Get Event Updates for Inwood Library

    Sign up to get updates and information about events and more at your local branch.

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  • Discover Books with Shelf Help

    Don’t know what you're looking for? Try Shelf Help, NYPL’s new personalized book-selection service! Tell us your reading interests and our librarians will pick five books for you and have them sent to your branch for pickup!

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  • Explore All Online Classes & Events

    People of all ages can engage with the Library through our online classes, programs, book clubs, and more.

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  • Find Community Support Resources

    The Library is here to help our communities to find the resources they need.

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  • E-Books & E-Audiobooks

    Explore e-books and e-audiobooks available for free from NYPL—from children's books to bestsellers.

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  • Additional E-Materials & Databases

    Discover bestselling magazines, world newspapers, streaming classical and world music, and more from home with your library card.

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  • Digital Collections

    Search thousands of digitized items, including historic prints, photographs, maps, and manuscripts.

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    Check out explorations on a wide array of topics, programs, and services across the Library.

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About the Library

Interior of Inwood Library, featuring tables and chairs, a computer lab, and bookshelves.

Inwood Library, Manhattan's northernmost branch, serves a large, multi-ethnic community. The branch has strong Spanish language and small Russian language collections, which include a wide range of audiobooks and DVDs. The branch also offers English classes for adults whose native tongue is another language.

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