High Bridge Branch
🏢 New York Public Library — The Bronx, New York
High Bridge Branch
Anchoring southwest Bronx for more than a century, the High Bridge Branch weaves together a multi-ethnic community with multilingual collections, a beloved tree sculpture in its Children's Room, and a newly expanded Teen Center stocked with digital tools and art supplies.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–7pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–7pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–7pm |
| Thursday | 10am–7pm |
| Friday | 10am–6pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 78 West 168th Street, The Bronx, NY 10452
Phone: 7182937800
Website: nypl.org
📖 About High Bridge Branch
The High Bridge Branch has been an integral part of its southwest Bronx neighborhood for over 100 years, serving a vibrant, multi-ethnic community steps from the historic High Bridge — New York City's oldest surviving bridge, connecting the Bronx to Manhattan across the Harlem River. The branch reflects the neighborhood's rich diversity with collections in Spanish, Arabic, and French alongside English, and features a striking tree sculpture at the heart of its Children's Room. A recently expanded Teen Center now provides digital resources, tech equipment, and art materials for young adult patrons, while a spacious meeting room accommodates community gatherings and programs.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Over 100 years of continuous community service in southwest Bronx
- Multilingual collections in Spanish, Arabic, and French
- Iconic tree sculpture in the Children's Room
- Expanded Teen Center with digital resources, tech equipment, and art materials
- STEAM Discovery Kits and free NYPL After School drop-in program (ages 6–12, Mon–Thu)
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does High Bridge Library have books in languages other than English?
Yes — the High Bridge Branch maintains collections in Spanish, Arabic, and French for adults, teens, and children, reflecting the diverse linguistic community of southwest Bronx it has served for over a century.
What teen programs are available at the High Bridge Branch?
The recently renovated Teen Center at High Bridge offers digital resources, tech equipment, and art materials. Regular programs include a Teen Makerspace, video game nights, and access to STEAM Discovery Kits covering robotics, coding, and engineering.
Is there an after-school program at the High Bridge Branch?
Yes — NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for children ages 6 to 12, available Monday through Thursday during the school year. Kids get homework help, STEAM activities, and supervised learning in a safe library environment.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.