In 1973, the Jamaica Bay Branch was built on a site chosen after a public hearing. Its design, by Architects Leibowitz/Badouva and Associates, won the New York Society of Architects bronze plaque for "an accomplished solution to a difficult and highly constrained construction."
In July of 2001, the branch was closed for several renovations, which included the installation of a skylight, the elimination of the sunken pit, and the addition of a wheelchair lift. The branch reopened to the public on July 1, 2002 and the Official Grand Opening was held on August 14, 2002.
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Subway:
L to Rockaway Parkway and transfer to B42.
Bus:
B17, B42 to Rockaway Pkwy. and Seaview Ave.
Car:
Rockaway Parkway; Exit 13 off Belt Parkway.
Get directions from Google or HopStop.
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| For special events, programs & exhibits at this branch location, see our Events Calendar.
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Adult room - 5 computers
Express computer - 1
Children's room - 5 computers
OPAC - 1 computer
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1 Floor
1 Mezzanine
Constructed 1973
Renovated 2001 |
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French
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Contact library for reservations and policy. |
Adult Reading Area - 24 seats
Young Adult Reading Area - 16 seats
Children's Reading Area - 20 seats
Meeting Room - 50 seats |
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Public Parking:
Street parking only. Please be aware of the NYC alternate side parking rules for the streets near this library.
Car Service:
Remsen Car Service - 718-531-2222.
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