LIBRARY NOTES
Founded in 1754, we are the city's oldest library and one of only sixteen membership libraries in the country. We are open to all for reading, reference, and selected events, with circulation and other services by subscription.
Our general collection of approximately 300,000 volumes has particular strengths in biography, belles lettres, and New York City history and culture.The membership has included many notable authors past and present, including Washington Irving, John James Audubon, Herman Melville, Willa Cather, Lillian Hellman, and W.H. Auden.
Further information on the Library's history, building, services and policies is available at the reference desk on the first floor or on our website.
Membership
If you would like to become a member of the Library, please pick up a membership application at the reference desk.
Membership Options
- $225 Household, one year
- $175 Household, six months
- $175 Single, one year (individual living in a one-person household)
- $125 Single, six months
- $150 Educational, one year (individual teacher or full-time college student with active ID)
Support the Library
The New York Society Library has benefited through the years from those who care deeply about our organization. Contributions are essential to support our daily operations and to make events possible. All gifts are tax-deductible and can be made by check, credit card, or in appreciated securities.For more information about supporting the Library, please visit our website or contact the Development Office at 212-288-6900 x214.Thank you for your support!
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