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the New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) launches a project to address longstanding flooding and outdated infrastructure issues at Gravesend Library.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Department of Design and Construction (DDC) will launch an infrastructure project to address longstanding flooding and outdated infrastructure issues at Gravesend Library.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. 

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