Hunters Point Community Library, Public library in Long Island City, United States.
The Hunters Point Community Library features floor-to-ceiling windows offering Manhattan views and serves as a modern waterfront facility with contemporary architectural design emphasizing natural light and spatial openness.
Designed by Steven Holl Architects and opened on September 24, 2019, this library represents one of the newest additions to the Queens Public Library system in recent years.
As part of the Queens Public Library network, the facility hosts toddler storytimes, adult book clubs, science activities for children, and community programs that serve diverse local populations.
The library operates Monday 10:00-18:00, Tuesday 13:00-18:00, Wednesday 10:00-18:00, Thursday 12:00-20:00, Friday 10:00-18:00, and Saturday 10:00-17:00, remaining closed on Sundays.
The building functions as an environmental education center highlighting Newtown Creek ecological concerns, funded by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation through special environmental benefit funds.
Location: Long Island City
Inception: September 24, 2019
Architects: Steven Holl Architects
Part of: Queens Public Library
Address: 47-40 Center Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11109 11109
Opening Hours: Monday 10:00-18:00; Tuesday 13:00-18:00; Wednesday 10:00-18:00; Thursday 12:00-20:00; Friday 10:00-18:00; Saturday 10:00-17:00
Phone: +17187079944
Website: https://queenslibrary.org/about-us/locations/hunters-point
GPS coordinates: 40.74629,-73.95660
Latest update: July 24, 2025 12:47
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