Clason's Point Branch
🏢 New York Public Library — The Bronx, New York
Clason's Point Branch
Anchored in the southeast Bronx's Clason Point peninsula — a waterfront neighborhood named for 18th-century merchant Isaac Clason — this modern one-story brick branch has served the Morrison Avenue corridor since 1971, offering everything from STEAM Discovery Kits to a community room open for neighborhood gatherings.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–7pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–7pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–7pm |
| Thursday | 10am–7pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 1215 Morrison Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10472
Phone: 7188421235
Website: nypl.org
📖 About Clason's Point Branch
The Clason's Point Branch opened in its current one-story brick building on Morrison Avenue in May 1971, replacing the branch's original 1952 location on Harrod Place. It serves Community District 9 in the southeastern Bronx, a densely residential area shaped by the Soundview Houses (1954) and Monroe Houses (1961) public housing developments built after the IRT Pelham Line extended along Westchester Avenue in 1920. The building's community room at the rear hosts library programs as well as meetings for local organizations, making it a civic anchor on a block between 172nd Street and Westchester Avenue.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- STEAM Discovery Kits available to borrow, covering robotics, circuitry, coding, and engineering
- NYPL After School free drop-in program for children ages 6–12, Monday through Thursday
- Dedicated adult, young adult, and children's collections under one roof
- Community room available for neighborhood group meetings and library programs
- 24/7 digital access to e-books, e-audiobooks, and research databases through NYPL's online platform
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Clason's Point Branch have a community room available for local groups?
Yes. The branch has a dedicated community room at the rear of the building that is available for both library-run programs and community group meetings. Contact the branch at (718) 842-1235 to inquire about availability.
What after-school options does Clason's Point offer for children?
The branch hosts NYPL After School, a free drop-in homework-help and activity program for children ages 6–12, held Monday through Thursday during the school year. No registration is required.
Can I borrow STEAM learning materials from Clason's Point Branch?
Yes. The branch circulates STEAM Discovery Kits that let patrons explore robotics, circuitry, coding, and engineering topics at home with a standard NYPL library card.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.