Red Hook Library

Red Hook Library is closed for a comprehensive interior and exterior renovation that will expand and protect this important public space. View upcoming programs in the Red Hook neighborhood. 


Hours

Closed

Address & Contact

7 Wolcott St
Brooklyn, NY 11231 Get Directions

Fully accessible

718.935.0203

Managing Librarian
Joyce Kowpak

Amenities


Rendering of the new Red Hook Library

The original Red Hook Library, opened on April 22, 1915, was the only of Brooklyn’s Carnegie libraries to be built in the Mediterranean Revival style. This architectural gem was forced to close in August 1946 after suffering extensive damage from a fire, and was demolished soon after. The branch operated out of several different locations in the subsequent decades before finding a permanent home at 7 Wolcott Street. In March 2023, the library will close for a renovation project that will expand both the interior and exterior public spaces while adding important flood protections to this beloved community space. 

Library Programs in Red Hook During Construction

Red Hook Library staff are offering weekly programs for kids and special events for adults during the Library's renovation. Every Tuesday, BPL's mobile library also visits Coffey Park to provide library services. View the full list of upcoming programs in the Red Hook neighborhood. 

Generous support for programming and interim Library services in Red Hook provided by Amazon.

Friends of Red Hook Library

Friends of Red Hook Library is a group of organized volunteers who help our neighborhood library through advocacy, fundraising and promotion. If you are interested in becoming a Friend of Red Hook Library, ask a staff member for details or email [email protected] for more information.

 

Comics with Mr. Nick at Hometown BBQ

Tue, Mar 19 3:00pm
Hometown BBQ

Babies and Books
Toddler Time at Red Hook Initiative

Fri, Mar 22 11:00am
Red Hook Initiative

Bookmobile in Red Hook

Tue, Mar 26 11:00am
Red Hook Library

Comics with Mr. Nick at Hometown BBQ

Tue, Mar 26 3:00pm
Hometown BBQ

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Stomp, Clap, & Sing with Suzi…

Thu, Mar 28 3:30pm
Red Hook Coffee Shop

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Button Making at BWAC

Thu, Mar 28 3:30pm
Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition

Babies and Books
Toddler Time at Red Hook Initiative

Fri, Mar 29 11:00am
Red Hook Initiative

Comics with Mr. Nick at Hometown BBQ

Tue, Apr 2 3:00pm
Hometown BBQ

Resume Writing
Resume and Cover Letter Assistance at…

Tue, Apr 9 1:00pm
Red Hook Initiative

Comics with Mr. Nick at Hometown BBQ

Tue, Apr 9 3:00pm
Hometown BBQ

Comics with Mr. Nick at Hometown BBQ

Tue, Apr 16 3:00pm
Hometown BBQ

Red Hook Writers Workshop

Wed, Apr 17 6:00pm
Red Hook Record Shop

Resume Writing
Resume and Cover Letter Assistance at…

Tue, Apr 23 1:00pm
Red Hook Initiative

Comics with Mr. Nick at Hometown BBQ

Tue, Apr 23 3:00pm
Hometown BBQ