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- Cindy DHadera, Israel84 contributionsThis Library has been on my 'bucket list' for quite a few years, and I almost made it there once. We purchased tickets on the internet during a trip to NY and saved the Library for the last day... which turned out to be very stormy, and we received an email the night before stating the Library would be closed the next day.
Our next opportunity was earlier this month when we were in the city for 3 days. As I am recovering from a broken ankle and finding it difficult to walk long distances, I was happy to see on the website that wheelchairs and walkers were available for guests. This time we decided not to get tickets in advance, which was not a problem as it wasn't crowded.
The building is as beautiful and luxurious looking as one would expect it to be. The Museum is small and not overwhelming, we spent about an hour and a half there, not including a break for coffee in the café. We were lucky to see a display of a newly found piece of music in the Library, written by Chopin in his own hand. It had gone on display the previous day.
There are many volumes of books along the walls, and some illuminated handwritten volumes open behind glass to be admired. And, a very interesting exhibit about Belle Greene, a talented woman that helped build the collection, and was the first director of the museum. Her personal story is fascinating.
Though not something I would normally pay attention to, I'd like to mention that the Library and Museum are accessible, it's easy to request mobility devices (the aforementioned wheelchairs and walkers), and to move about the museum with them.Written 27 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Haimdat SNew York City, NY23 contributionsAttending the Amma event at the Javitz Center from August 5th to 8th was a memorable experience. The facilities were impressive, especially considering the large number of attendees, ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 people each day. The restrooms were consistently clean, even during peak hours from early morning until well past midnight.
The organization and atmosphere contributed greatly to the event's success. While my visit was mainly to see Amma, the positive experience at the Javitz Center certainly added to the overall enjoyment. Thanks to the Javitz Center for hosting such an event with great efficiency and care.Written 9 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - lizakqNaguabo1,695 contributionsThe architecture on this building is beautiful. Entrance is free of charge and you will find a lot of people here so it won't be as quiet as you expect. The Christmas tree was just amazing and the exhibitions were very interesting. You really could spend a couple of hours here.Written 27 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elise GHudson River Valley, NY1,315 contributionsThough this review is not written about a track experience, we attended a music and dance performance at the Armory and were in awe of the venue.
Before the show, it was lovely to tour around the different rooms, there was plenty of room, acoustics were great, seats were comfortable and all in all, a wonderful venue for performance art.
The location is great as one does not encounter the crowds of Broadway and other neighborhoods in Manhattan.Written 5 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - KelliKeller, TX1,386 contributionsThis review is basically a love letter to Roberta, Doug, and the rest of the team who put together the event for LinFamFest. The staff here is just tops - keeping the secrets, putting together all the details, and being the best, most helpful humans. I didn’t get to come back for the scheduled In The Heights viewing, but now that I have my library card, I’ll do it again some other visit. Thanks for everything!Written 13 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tinaNtravelSan Jose, CA2,123 contributionsThis is a branch of the New York Public Library. What makes it worth visiting is that it looks like it had been a church in the past. The outside looks like a church and inside there is an interesting winding staircase with some pretty stained-glass windows. This is not really worth going out of your way to see, but if you are in the area, it is worth stepping inside for a few minutes.Written 22 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FarwriterLondon, UK134 contributionsI highly recommend taking a guided tour of Park Avenue Armory if you are interested in history or architecture. This is a stunning late 19th century building which was built as the home for the 7th regiment in the 1880s. It is now in the process of being restored room by room and is also used by artists and for theatrical performances in the enormous drill hall. Tours run usually every month - I did have to book several weeks in advance to find the next available date. The $25 charge was very reasonable - it was supposed to take 75 minutes but was closer to 90, perhaps because our group asked lots of questions! But the guide, Grace, was happy to answer them all and was very pleasant and knowledgeable. We saw three rooms on the ground floor and two of the rooms on the first floor as well as the drill hall. The Veterans' Room with decoration by Tiffany and Stanford White was absolutely stunning. Most of the rooms have seating available so you can sit as you listen to the guide, and photographs are permitted.
One thing which could perhaps have been included was a bit more information about General Emmons Clark, who is represented in a huge portrait in the first room we visited. Grace had to look up who was the subject of the paintings in the room but it was only as we were leaving the room that I noticed there is actually a plaque to Emmons Clark under his portrait, thanking him for being instrumental in getting the Armory built, so I was surprised that he didn't feature more prominently. I presume the medals displayed by the plaque also belong to him.
Anyway, that is a minor nitpick - Grace was great and I really enjoyed it. I must say that the staff on the box office and the reception desk could learn something from her in how to talk to people - they were both very abrupt and surly, particularly the young man on reception who barked "TOUR?" at me as I approached the desk and exasperatedly told me that I couldn't use the bathroom until I had checked in. The email booking confirmation tells you to check in at the Mary Divver Room but there is no signage at the entrance to show you where this is - for information, it is immediately to your right when you go up the entrance steps (so you then don't have to go as far as the rude receptionist).Written 22 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Agua To Face ItSacramento, CA2 contributionsTHE WEB CUT OFF MY CHOICE TO SAY MORE...so adding on top of review.
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HERE IS WHERE WE GO. !!!!! Why? Because my/our human people we will feel the under the exhibitions FANTASTIC RESOURCES of Arturo. WHO WAS Arturo? A Puerto Rican Black man! He resolved to get this history so we can unite. Stop fighting between the oppressed. LEARN more. RESEARCH beneath the exhibits. Make appointments. Delight in the microfiche and all the possibilities to follow YOUR choices about Black s . I DID and feel Paul Robeson, he and other communists of color : Claudia Jones..from Trinidad that the usa exploited and Banned. WE CAN BE INSPIRED!
For my LIttle 10 year old cousin. He delights in going to the "SHOP". TOYS in blackness. Books for babies. Oh Titi look here he said we can play this.Written 29 April 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Connor T6 contributionsWhat a fun way to team build with my coworkers! We had a blast feeling like we were on a live game show. It was totally immersive with the wrap around projection mapping and the host was fun and engaging. I would highly recommend for groups!Written 19 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- christopherbO9687MPActon, MA745 contributionsThis is a nice collection of literary quotes embedded in sidewalk of West 41st Street on the way to the New York Public Library's main entrance. A good way to get into the mood for reading classics as you walk from Grand Central Terminal to the NYPL.Written 30 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland31,556 contributionsSamsung 837 to me is more about the architectural structure as opposed to what’s inside it. Good view from the high line.Written 1 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bi-coasterBradenton, FL1,280 contributionsAlthough you must be a member of this library to check out books, they do host lectures and other events open to the public. It's a lovely grand building and the children's rooms are most welcoming and attractive. If I lived in New York, I'd definitely join!Written 3 May 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- monsieur hibouParis, France92 contributionsA great pit-stop for whatever weather. Airy, beautiful views in the library where you can drink and eat within reason (no loud crunching but plenty of coffee sipping and sandwich munching). Pull any volume of poetry published in the past 50 years in the US off the shelves, plus plenty of foreign translated into english poetry.Written 11 November 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland31,556 contributionsCity Hall park sits very obviously in front of City Hall which is downtown Manhattan. There is also a visitors centre. Recommended.Written 5 February 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- knowsnyc733 contributionsA quiet gem. We always take the 4,5 or 6 subway to 59th St., exit at 60th, and walk almost two blocks west to get here. This is a quiet block of private clubs you cannot enter between Bloomingdale’s and Central Park.
Grolier is one you can enter and it is always free.
The street level has a large gallery. Exhibits change three times per year. Currently, it is about published material for WWII soldiers. This included mini books to fit into uniform pockets, propaganda and more. Fascinating with informative labels.
Upstairs is a smaller gallery (and rest room) about the history of detective books. These came from a private collector.
A unique spot for lovers of books, bookstores, libraries and more.
Elevators available as is an unattended coat room.Written 30 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
