Jamaica Bay Library
In 1973, the Jamaica Bay Branch was built on a site chosen after a public hearing. Its design, by Architects Leibowitz/Badouva and Associates, won the New York Society of Architects bronze plaque for "an accomplished solution to a difficult and highly constrained construction."
In July of 2001, the branch was closed for several renovations, which included the installation of a skylight, the elimination of the sunken pit, and the addition of a wheelchair lift. The branch reopened to the public on July 1, 2002 and the Official Grand Opening was held on August 14, 2002.
| Branch Contact Person: | Mel Henkle |
Directions:
Subway L Train to Rockaway Parkway, transfer to B42 to Rockaway Parkway & Seaview Avenue
BusB17 to Rockaway Parkway & Seaview Avenue Rockaway Parkway; Exit 13 off Belt Parkway. Get directions from Google or HopStop. |
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| Technology Available: | Adult room - 5 computers |
| Internet & WiFi: | Yes - WiFi info |
| Building Facts: | 1 Floor |
| Multilingual Materials: | Chinese, French, Russian |
| Meeting Rooms: | Yes |
| Copy Machines: | Yes |
| Restrooms: | Yes |
| Bicycle Rack: | Yes |
| Car Service: | Three Guys Car Service 1845 Rockaway Parkway (718) 257-1100 |
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