53rd Street Library, New York City

Name: 53rd Street Library
Address: 18 West 53rd Street, New York City, United States
Telephone: +1 212-714-8400

#774 among attractions in New York City

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The 53rd Street Library is a branch of the New York Public Library at 18 West 53rd Street, just west of Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. The library is composed of three floors, including two basement levels, and contains a glass facade. The building is located on the south side of 53rd Street, across from the Museum of Modern Art, and located adjacent to 666 Fifth Avenue to the east. It opened in 2016 as a replacement for the Donnell Library Center, which occupied a building at 20 West 53rd Street. The Donnell Library Center operated from 1955 until 2008, when its building was razed and a 46-story hotel and residential building constructed on the site. ()

Coordinates: 40°45'39"N, 73°58'38"W

Address

18 West 53rd StreetMidtown Manhattan (Midtown East)New York City United States

Contact

+1 212-714-8400

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53rd Street Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Modern Art, Rockefeller Center, Saks Fifth Avenue, Radio City Music Hall.

~330 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Museum of Modern Art, New York City
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New York City, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) stands as a sanctuary of creativity and innovation. Established in 1929, this illustrious institution is dedicated to being the foremost museum of modern art in the world.
~870 ftSW
Iconic Midtown business complex
Rockefeller Center, New York City
5 min walk • Rockefeller Center, an iconic landmark in the heart of New York City, encapsulates the vibrancy and dynamism of urban life. Known primarily as a sprawling shopping center, this complex of 19 commercial buildings is much more than a mere retail destination.
~1030 ftS
Shopping, Department store, Postmodern architecture
Saks Fifth Avenue, New York City
5 min walk • Saks Fifth Avenue is an emblem of luxury and fashion, nestled in the heart of New York City. This iconic department store, founded by Andrew Saks in 1867, is situated at 611 Fifth Avenue, one of the most prestigious shopping streets in the world.
~710 ftSW
Legendary theater, home of the Rockettes
Radio City Music Hall, New York City
4 min walk • Radio City Music Hall stands as an iconic entertainment venue in the heart of New York City. Known as the "Showplace of the Nation," this theater has been captivating audiences with its unique blend of art deco style and modern production since its opening in 1932.
~890 ftSW
Massive, iconic Christmas tree
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, New York City
5 min walk • In the heart of New York City, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree stands as an iconic beacon of holiday cheer. This majestic tree, a beloved tourist attraction, is not only a symbol of Christmas in the Big Apple but also a testament to the city's capacity for wonder...
~850 ftS
Iconic church with storied history
St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York City
5 min walk • St. Patrick's Cathedral stands as a beacon of spiritual grace amidst the bustling streets of New York City, New York. This majestic cathedral, an embodiment of neo-Gothic architecture, has been a cornerstone of faith and history since its cornerstone was laid in 1858.
~230 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Richard Upjohn
Saint Thomas Church, New York City
2 min walk • Saint Thomas Church is an Episcopal parish church of the Episcopal Diocese of New York located at 53rd Street and Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
~790 ftN
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Love, New York City
4 min walk • Love is a pop art image by American artist Robert Indiana. It consists of the letters L and O over the letters V and E in bold Didone type; the O is slanted sideways so that its oblong negative space creates a line leading to the V.
~870 ftSW
Ice rink
The Rink at Rockefeller Center, New York City
5 min walk • 1 Rockefeller Plaza is a 36-story building located on the east side of Rockefeller Plaza between 48th and 49th Streets in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Completed in 1937, the tower is part of Rockefeller Center, which was built in the Art Deco style.
~680 ftSE
Skyscraper
Olympic Tower, New York City
4 min walk • Olympic Tower is a 51-story, 620 ft-tall building at 641 and 645 Fifth Avenue, between 51st and 52nd Streets, in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City. Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the mixed-use development contains condominium apartments, office space, and retail shops.
~710 ftS
Monuments and statues
Atlas Statue, New York City
4 min walk • Atlas is a bronze statue in Rockefeller Center, within the International Building's courtyard, in Midtown Manhattan in New York City. It is across Fifth Avenue from St. Patrick's Cathedral. The sculpture depicts the ancient Greek Titan Atlas holding the heavens on his shoulders.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to 53rd Street Library?

Nearby attractions include Saint Thomas Church, New York City (2 min walk), Museum of Modern Art Department of Film, New York City (2 min walk), Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden, New York City (2 min walk), Artists' File Initiative, New York City (2 min walk).

How to get to 53rd Street Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to 53rd Street Library:

Metro

53rd Street–5th Avenue • Lines: E, M (4 min walk)
7th Avenue • Lines: B, D, E (6 min walk)

Bus

East 50th Street/5th Avenue • Lines: M50 (5 min walk)
West 50th Street/Avenue of the Americas • Lines: M50 (5 min walk)

Train

Grand Central Terminal (15 min walk)
New York Penn Station (28 min walk)