National Register of Historic Places

New York Public Library and Bryant Park

New York Public Library and Bryant Park is a historic place in New York, New York County, New York, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000547.

New York, New York County, New YorkListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000547★ National Historic Landmark
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What is New York Public Library and Bryant Park?

Bryant Park is a 9.6-acre (3.9 ha), privately managed public park in the New York City borough of Manhattan. It is located between Fifth Avenue and Avenue of the Americas and between 40th and 42nd Streets in Midtown Manhattan. The eastern half of Bryant Park is occupied by the Main Branch of the New York Public Library. The western half contains a lawn, shaded walkways, and amenities such as a carousel, and is located entirely over an underground structure that houses the library's stacks. The park hosts several events, including a seasonal "Winter Village" with an ice rink and shops during the winter.

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Listing details

Name
New York Public Library and Bryant Park
City
New York
County
New York County
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000547
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
40.75352, -73.98336
When was New York Public Library and Bryant Park listed on the National Register?

New York Public Library and Bryant Park was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is New York Public Library and Bryant Park located?

New York Public Library and Bryant Park is located in New York, New York County, New York at approximately 40.75352, -73.98336. See the map above.

Is New York Public Library and Bryant Park a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. New York Public Library and Bryant Park is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.