Countee Cullen Library
🏢 Public Library — New York, New York
Countee Cullen Library
Countee Cullen Library is a free branch of the New York Public Library serving New York City with books, digital lending, Wi-Fi, computers, and community programs.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 104 West 136th Street, New York, NY 10030
Phone: 212-491-2070
Website: nypl.org/locations/countee-cullen
📖 About Countee Cullen Library
Built in 1942 in the Art Moderne style (architect Louis Allen Abramson) to replace the smaller 135th Street Branch nearby. In September 1951 it was renamed for Harlem Renaissance poet Countee Cullen (1903-1946), becoming the first NYPL branch named in honor of an African American. Building restored in 1988. Home to the James Weldon Johnson Reference Collection for children, the African-American/Black Culture reference collection, and the Harlem Community Collection. Expanded Teen Center with tech/creative programming. Partially accessible.
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
📚 Services
- 📘 Books, DVDs & audiobooks
- 💻 Free computers & printing
- 📶 Free Wi-Fi
- 📚 Interlibrary loan (NYPL & MyLibraryNYC)
- 📋 Study & reading rooms
🎸 Programs
- 👶 Children’s storytimes
- 🎁 Summer Reading
- 📚 Adult & ESOL classes
- 👨💻 Teen & tech workshops
- 🚀 Career & job help
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❓ FAQ
What are Countee Cullen Library’s hours?
Countee Cullen Library is open Mon–Thu 11 AM – 7 PM, Fri–Sat 11 AM – 5 PM, Sun closed. Hours may vary on holidays, so confirm on the official NYPL website before visiting.
Where is Countee Cullen Library located?
Countee Cullen Library is at 104 West 136th Street, New York, NY 10030 in New York City. It is part of the free New York Public Library (NYPL) system.
Is it free and how do I get a library card?
Yes — all NYPL services are free. Any New York State resident, worker, or student can get a free NYPL card online or in person with a photo ID; it unlocks borrowing, computers, Wi-Fi, and digital resources like Libby and Kanopy.