Mosholu Library
🏢 New York Public Library — The Bronx, New York
Mosholu Library
The Mosholu Library takes its name from a Weckquaesgeek word meaning "smooth stones" — once the name of a local brook — and has anchored its Norwood neighborhood with mid-century modernist architecture since 1955, sitting steps from Whalen Park and the D train's Perry Avenue stop.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 11am–7pm |
| Tuesday | 11am–7pm |
| Wednesday | 11am–7pm |
| Thursday | 11am–7pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 285 East 205th Street, The Bronx, NY 10467
Phone: 7188828239
Website: nypl.org
📖 About Mosholu Library
Opened in 1955, the Mosholu Library is a fully accessible mid-century modernist branch in the Norwood section of the Bronx, adjacent to Whalen Park and directly accessible from the D train's Perry Avenue station. The branch name preserves the Weckquaesgeek word <em>mosholu</em>, interpreted as "smooth stones" or "small stones," which originally described a brook that once ran through the area. The library serves a densely residential neighborhood with after-school tutoring, adult social programs including crochet and coloring circles, and teen career and college counseling.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Mid-century modernist building opened 1955, adjacent to Whalen Park
- Name derives from a Weckquaesgeek word meaning "smooth stones," honoring the area's Indigenous history
- One block from the D train Perry Avenue exit for easy transit access
- Teen services including game days, college counseling, and resume assistance
- Adult social programs: crochet club, coloring circle, and conversation groups
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name "Mosholu" mean and where does it come from?
Mosholu is a Weckquaesgeek word, from the Indigenous people who inhabited the Bronx before European settlement. It has been interpreted to mean "smooth stones" or "small stones" and was the name of a local brook that once ran through the neighborhood.
How do I get to the Mosholu Library by subway?
The branch is located one block from the Perry Avenue exit of the D train (285 East 205th Street, Bronx, NY 10467), making it one of the most transit-accessible NYPL branches in the northwest Bronx.
Does Mosholu Library offer help with college applications or resumes?
Yes. The branch provides College and Career Pathways resources, including resume assistance and college counseling support for teens, offered on a regular schedule. Check nypl.org/locations/mosholu for the current program calendar.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.