Gravesend Library

Infrastructure Upgrades at Gravesend Library

On March 10, 2025, the Gravesend Library temporarily closed while the New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) launches a project to address longstanding flooding and outdated infrastructure issues at Gravesend Library. The scope includes facade work, window replacement, and other sitework around the branch to prevent water accumulation and infiltration. In addition to this DDC project, BPL will replace the decades-old rooftop heating and cooling units.

Please note that the external book return will be unavailable as of March 8, 2025.  Remaining holds not picked up March 8, 2025, will be available at the Homecrest Library after March 17, 2025.  The Bookmobile will be available 11 AM to 4 PM weekly on Wednesdays March 12, 19, 26, then on the 1st Wednesday of every month beginning April 2, 2025, 11 AM to 4 PM. 

Please visit our location map for a list of nearby locations to visit and place holds.  


Hours

Closed

Address & Contact

303 Ave. X at West. 2nd St.
Brooklyn, NY 11223 Get Directions

Fully accessible

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718.382.5792


Amenities


Gravesend Library opened in 1962. In 2001, the branch underwent a $1.5 million renovation that included new lighting, furniture, shelving, art objects and public computers. Gravesend library  hosts a monthly book discussion club for adults. Gravesend serves its diverse community with large collections of Russian, Chinese and other multilingual materials.

Coming Soon: Infrastructure Upgrades at Gravesend Library
In Spring 2025, the New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) will launch an infrastructure project to address longstanding flooding and outdated infrastructure issues at Gravesend Library. The scope includes facade work, window replacement, and other sitework around the branch to prevent water accumulation and infiltration. In addition to this DDC project, BPL will replace the decades-old rooftop heating and cooling units. 

Library Lanes: Virtual Bowling! (Adults)

Thu, May 1 1:45pm
Marlboro Memorial Post 1437

Bookmobile at Gravesend Library

Wed, May 7 11:00am
Gravesend Library

Toddler Time: Online Registration…

Wed, May 7 11:00am
Our Lady of Grace RC Church

Grab & Go at the Bookmobile—…

Wed, May 7 11:00am
Gravesend Library

Library Lanes: Virtual Bowling! (Adults)

Thu, May 8 1:45pm
Marlboro Memorial Post 1437

Toddler Time: Online Registration…

Wed, May 14 11:00am
Our Lady of Grace RC Church

Library Lanes: Virtual Bowling! (Adults)

Thu, May 15 1:45pm
Marlboro Memorial Post 1437

Toddler Time: Online Registration…

Wed, May 21 11:00am
Our Lady of Grace RC Church

DIY for Teens—Beads and More Beads

Wed, May 21 4:00pm
West Playground

Library Lanes: Virtual Bowling! (Adults)

Thu, May 22 1:45pm
Marlboro Memorial Post 1437

Toddler Time: Online Registration…

Wed, May 28 11:00am
Our Lady of Grace RC Church

DIY for Teens: Acrylic Painting

Wed, May 28 4:00pm
Heartshare Marlboro Houses Cornerstone Program

Library Lanes: Virtual Bowling! (Adults)

Thu, May 29 1:45pm
Marlboro Memorial Post 1437

Bookmobile at Gravesend Library

Wed, Jun 4 11:00am
Gravesend Library

Toddler Time: Online Registration…

Wed, Jun 4 11:00am
Our Lady of Grace RC Church

Summer at the Library Kick-Off Event :…

Thu, Jun 5 2:00pm
Our Lady of Grace RC Church: Veltri Hall

Toddler Time: Online Registration…

Wed, Jun 11 11:00am
Our Lady of Grace RC Church

Toddler Time: Online Registration…

Wed, Jun 18 11:00am
Our Lady of Grace Church

Toddler Time: Online Registration…

Wed, Jun 25 11:00am
Our Lady of Grace RC Church

Kids Create: Arts & Crafts

Thu, Jun 26 3:00pm
Our Lady of Grace RC Church