Good news! Coney Island and Gerritsen Beach libraries will reopen this fall after extensive renovations due to Hurricane Sandy. See our Hurricane Sandy Renovations page for updates.
Jamaica Bay Library
Closed for Renovation
Jamaica Bay Library will be temporarily closed for customer service enhancements at the end of business on Friday, May 24, 2013 and reopen on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
In 1973, the Jamaica Bay Branch was built on a site chosen after a public hearing. Its design, by Architects Leibowitz/Badouva and Associates, won the New York Society of Architects bronze plaque for "an accomplished solution to a difficult and highly constrained construction."
In July of 2001, the branch was closed for several renovations, which included the installation of a skylight, the elimination of the sunken pit, and the addition of a wheelchair lift. The branch reopened to the public on July 1, 2002 and the Official Grand Opening was held on August 14, 2002.
| Branch Contact Person: | Mel Henkle |
Directions:
Subway L Train to Rockaway Parkway, transfer to B42 to Rockaway Parkway & Seaview Avenue
BusB17 to Rockaway Parkway & Seaview Avenue Rockaway Parkway; Exit 13 off Belt Parkway. Get directions from Google or HopStop. |
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| Wheelchair Accessible: |
Fully accessible Elevator requires staff assistance. |
Program & Events:
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| Technology Available: | Adult room - 5 computers |
| Internet & WiFi: | Yes - WiFi info |
| Building Facts: | 1 Floor |
| Multilingual Materials: | Chinese, French, Russian |
| Meeting Rooms: | Yes |
| Copy Machines: | Yes |
| Restrooms: | Yes |
| Bicycle Rack: | Yes |
| Car Service: | Three Guys Car Service |
