The best libraries to work and study in New York
The 10 libraries in New York best set up for a laptop or a day of studying, led by New Amsterdam Library, BMCC Library and BEOC Library.
Ranked by work score: Wi‑Fi, power, seating, hours, what reviews say about laptops and noise, and who recommends working there. One branch per chain.
01New Amsterdam Library
library9 Murray Street★ 4.2PowerWork 100
New Amsterdam Library is a public library in Lower Manhattan near City Hall, tucked into the ground floor of an office building. The space is calm and quiet, with a steady flow of people working and reading. Despite its smaller size, it feels active and well-used.
04Theresa and Edward O'Toole Library
library99 Glenwood AveWi‑FiPowerWork 100
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05Brooklyn Public Library - Cortelyou Branch
library1305 Cortelyou RdWi‑FiWork 100
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06Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
library203 W 115th StWi‑FiWork 100
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0753rd Street Library
library18 W 53rd StWi‑FiWork 100
08AMDA Performing Arts Library
library211 W 61st StWi‑FiWork 100
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09North Bergen Free Public Library
library510 81st StWi‑FiWork 100
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10Brooklyn Public Library
library10 Grand Army PlzWi‑FiWork 100
