# Libraries for kids in NYC (218) > 218 libraries for kids across all five boroughs of New York City, 217 of them free. Story times, lapsits, kids rooms. Includes Bedford Library and Brooklyn… URL: https://littlegotham.com/category/libraries/ [Home](https://littlegotham.com/) / Libraries ## Libraries for kids in NYC 218 libraries for kids across all five boroughs of New York City, 217 of them free. Story times, lapsits, kids rooms. Includes Bedford Library and Brooklyn Central Library. [Filter & map these](https://littlegotham.com/explore/?cat=libraries) 217 free 218 indoor ### Libraries by borough [Libraries in Manhattan 43 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/manhattan/libraries/) · [Libraries in Brooklyn 60 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/brooklyn/libraries/) · [Libraries in Queens 66 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/queens/libraries/) · [Libraries in the Bronx 35 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/bronx/libraries/) · [Libraries in Staten Island 14 ](https://littlegotham.com/borough/staten-island/libraries/) [Bedford Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/bedford-library/): Bedford-Stuyvesant Free Brooklyn Public Library Bedford Library is a neighborhood branch where Bedford-Stuyvesant children can sit and read, check out books and media on a free card, and join regularly scheduled kids programs. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included Story Play, Saturday Storytime, Kids Create and Sensory Playtime. The branch is also open Sunday afternoons, which is handy for weekend visits. All ages Daily Indoor [Brooklyn Central Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/brooklyn-central-library/): Prospect Heights Free Brooklyn Public Library Little ones and school-age kids in Prospect Heights can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Brooklyn Central Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. The weekly lineup has recently included Saturday Storytime, DIY Fridays and Read With a Therapy Dog. The building also has a separate Teen Center, and it stays open later than most branches. All ages Daily Indoor [Greenpoint Library and Environmental Education Center](https://littlegotham.com/activity/greenpoint-library-and-environmental-education-center/): Greenpoint Free Brooklyn Public Library Greenpoint Library and Environmental Education Center is a neighborhood branch where Greenpoint children can sit and read, check out books and media on a free card, and join regularly scheduled kids programs. The weekly lineup has recently included Sensory Garden Hour, Read and Play, K-8 Homework Help and Sunset Storytime. The rebuilt branch doubles as an environmental education center with indoor and outdoor learning spaces, and it opens Sunday afternoons. All ages Daily Indoor [Hunters Point Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/hunters-point-library/): Long Island City Free Queens Public Library Little ones and school-age kids in Hunters Point can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Hunters Point Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included Toddler Time, Family Fun and Crafternoon. The striking waterfront building sits next to Gantry Plaza State Park and opens on Sundays. All ages Daily Indoor [Macon Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/macon-library/): Bedford-Stuyvesant Free Brooklyn Public Library Macon Library gives Bedford-Stuyvesant families a free indoor stop with a kids collection that runs from baby board books to middle-grade novels. The weekly lineup has recently included Macon Storytime, Saturday Storytime, DUPLO Lego Time and Arts and Crafts. The 1907 Carnegie building is one of Brooklyn s best-preserved and houses a center for African American heritage; it also opens Sunday afternoons. All ages Daily Indoor [Queens Central Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/queens-central-library/): Jamaica Free Queens Public Library Little ones and school-age kids in Jamaica can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Queens Central Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. The weekly lineup has recently included bilingual storytimes, STEM activities, crafts and video game hours. Its Children s Library Discovery Center mixes a kids library with hands-on science and math exhibits, and the building opens on Sundays. All ages Daily Indoor [Adams Street Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/adams-street-library/): DUMBO Free Brooklyn Public Library The children s area at Adams Street Library stocks board books, picture books and chapter books for DUMBO kids, with computers and table space for after-school reading and homework. The weekly lineup has recently included Babies and Books lapsit and Toddler Time. Opened in a converted factory building a short walk from Brooklyn Bridge Park, it is the newest branch BPL has built in decades. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Briarwood Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/briarwood-library/): Briarwood Free Queens Public Library Briarwood Library is a neighborhood branch where Briarwood children can sit and read, check out books and media on a free card, and join regularly scheduled kids programs. The weekly lineup has recently included Lego Club and Arts & Crafts. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Cortelyou Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/cortelyou-library/): Ditmas Park Free Brooklyn Public Library Cortelyou Library gives Ditmas Park families a free indoor stop with a kids collection that runs from baby board books to middle-grade novels. The weekly lineup has recently included Choo Choo Train Time, Toddler Time, Story Play and Kids Create. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [DeKalb Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/dekalb-library/): Bushwick Free Brooklyn Public Library At DeKalb Library, the youth collection covers everything from lap-sized board books to graphic novels, and the space doubles as a quiet after-school spot for Bushwick students. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included Story Play, Book Adventures and Kids Tech Time. Note that the elevator has been temporarily out of service. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Elmhurst Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/elmhurst-library/): Elmhurst Free Queens Public Library Little ones and school-age kids in Elmhurst can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Elmhurst Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. Recurring kids programs lately have included Mother Goose Time infants, PreK & Kindergarten Storytime, Wacky Adventures STEAM for school-age and Tween Time. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Flatlands Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/flatlands-library/): Flatlands Free Brooklyn Public Library At Flatlands Library, the youth collection covers everything from lap-sized board books to graphic novels, and the space doubles as a quiet after-school spot for Flatlands students. The weekly lineup has recently included Storytime, Toddler Time, Read and Play and After School Stories. It is an inclusive-services branch with some Braille materials. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Flushing Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/flushing-library/): Flushing Free Queens Public Library At Flushing Library, the youth collection covers everything from lap-sized board books to graphic novels, and the space doubles as a quiet after-school spot for Flushing students. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included storytime & craft events and hands-on crafts. This is one of the busiest branches in the Queens system, with large collections in several languages, and it opens Sundays. All ages Daily Indoor [Hillcrest Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/hillcrest-library/): Hillcrest Free Queens Public Library At Hillcrest Library, the youth collection covers everything from lap-sized board books to graphic novels, and the space doubles as a quiet after-school spot for Hillcrest students. The weekly lineup has recently included Toddler Time, Toddler Play Time, Family Storytime and Crafternoon. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Kensington Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/kensington-library/): Kensington Free Brooklyn Public Library Little ones and school-age kids in Kensington can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Kensington Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. The weekly lineup has recently included Story Play, Kids Create, Kids Explore and grab-and-go crafts. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Langston Hughes Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/langston-hughes-library/): Corona Free Queens Public Library The children s area at Langston Hughes Library stocks board books, picture books and chapter books for Corona kids, with computers and table space for after-school reading and homework. Current calendar offerings for kids include Storytime in Spanish, After-School Storytime and Craft and STEM & crafts. The branch is home to a well-known Black heritage reference center. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [McKinley Park Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/mckinley-park-library/): Dyker Heights Free Brooklyn Public Library At McKinley Park Library, the youth collection covers everything from lap-sized board books to graphic novels, and the space doubles as a quiet after-school spot for Dyker Heights students. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included Mandarin Story Time, Toddler Time, Discovery Table and Babies Create. A Mandarin-language story time is part of the regular mix. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [NYPL Children s Center at 42nd Street](https://littlegotham.com/activity/nypl-children-s-center-at-42nd-street/): Midtown Free New York Public Library The children s room on the ground floor of the landmark Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, stocked with picture books, chapter books, audiobooks and kid-only computers. It hosts story times, music and theater performances, and visits from authors and illustrators. Ages 0–12 Tue–Sun Indoor [Saratoga Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/saratoga-library/): Ocean Hill Free Brooklyn Public Library The children s area at Saratoga Library stocks board books, picture books and chapter books for Ocean Hill kids, with computers and table space for after-school reading and homework. Current calendar offerings for kids include Story Play, Kids Create, Read and Play and summer reading events in garden. The 1908 Carnegie building has a tile roof and a garden used for summer reading events. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Williamsburgh Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/williamsburgh-library/): Williamsburg Free Brooklyn Public Library Williamsburgh Library is a neighborhood branch where Williamsburg children can sit and read, check out books and media on a free card, and join regularly scheduled kids programs. Current calendar offerings for kids include Storytime, Spanish Storytime, Kids Create and Friday Slimeday. A Spanish-language story time runs alongside the English sessions. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [McGoldrick Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/mcgoldrick-library/): Flushing Free Queens Public Library McGoldrick Library gives Flushing families a free indoor stop with a kids collection that runs from baby board books to middle-grade novels. The weekly lineup has recently included Toddler Storytime, Picture Book Time, Game Time and Toddler Fun Time. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [North Forest Park Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/north-forest-park-library/): Forest Hills Free Queens Public Library At North Forest Park Library, the youth collection covers everything from lap-sized board books to graphic novels, and the space doubles as a quiet after-school spot for Forest Hills students. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included storytimes, baby programs, toddler playtime and LEGO club. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Pacific Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/pacific-library/): Boerum Hill Free Brooklyn Public Library At Pacific Library, the youth collection covers everything from lap-sized board books to graphic novels, and the space doubles as a quiet after-school spot for Boerum Hill students. The weekly lineup has recently included Babies & Books, Toddler Time, Preschool Story Time and Kids Create. Most kids sessions happen in the children s room or the second-floor program room. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Flatbush Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/flatbush-library/): Flatbush Free Brooklyn Public Library Flatbush Library is a neighborhood branch where Flatbush children can sit and read, check out books and media on a free card, and join regularly scheduled kids programs. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included Story Play, Homework Help, Kids Game On and Music & Stories. Staff and materials serve a very diverse community, including Spanish and Haitian Creole speakers. All ages Indoor ### Quick answers How many libraries for kids are there in New York City? LittleGotham lists 218 libraries for kids in New York City. Are there free libraries for kids in New York City? Yes. 217 of 218 are free to attend, including Bedford Library, Brooklyn Central Library, Greenpoint Library and Environmental Education Center. What can kids do indoors in New York City on a rainy day? 218 listings are indoors, such as Bedford Library, Brooklyn Central Library, Greenpoint Library and Environmental Education Center. Which boroughs have the most libraries? Queens (66), Brooklyn (60), Manhattan (43). --- LittleGotham: things to do with kids in New York City. [Home](https://littlegotham.com/) · [Search](https://littlegotham.com/explore/) · [llms.txt](https://littlegotham.com/llms.txt) · [Sitemap](https://littlegotham.com/sitemap.xml) · [Open data (JSON)](https://littlegotham.com/data/activities.json)