Why is the Rose Reading Room closed?

The iconic Rose Main Reading Room at the New York Public Library’s 103-year-old 42nd Street flagship will remain closed for six months after a plaster rosette fell from the ceiling last month, according to a press release.

What floor is the Rose Reading Room on?

Third Floor
General Research Division, Third Floor, Room 315 One of New York City’s most iconic locations, the majestic Rose Main Reading Room measures 78 feet by 297 feet—roughly the length of two city blocks—with 52-foot-tall ceilings displaying murals of vibrant skies and billowing clouds.

Can I study in the Rose Reading Room?

Rose Main Reading Room: Open for Research & Quiet Study We are pleased to welcome patrons back to the Library’s historic Rose Main Reading Room for research and quiet study.

Who painted the ceiling of the New York Public Library?

artist James Wall Finn
Mural Being Given New Life at The New York Public Library’s Iconic 42nd Street Building. MARCH 2, 2016 – A mural by artist James Wall Finn is being restored for the ceiling of a historic room at The New York Public Library’s iconic Stephen A. Schwarzman Building on Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street.

Are New York libraries open?

All available libraries across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island are open. Please check our location finder for current hours and status before visiting. Plus, discover our Bookmobile services. Learn more about branches offering free, at-home COVID-19 tests for the general public.

Can anyone go to the New York library?

All members of the public are welcome to attend the Library’s public programs, subject to any occupancy limits and, where applicable, ticketing requirements.

Can I study in the New York Public Library?

A supervised, no-fee checkroom is provided at each research center. To improve the study environment for all, some personal items must be checked prior to conducting research. Visit the Checkroom Services page for additional details.

What is the NY Public library made of?

marble
Using 530,000 cubic feet of marble, with exterior marble facing 12 inches thick, the library used more than six times the marble used in the New York Stock Exchange and the New York Chamber of Commerce combined.

How tall is the New York Public library?

The New York Public Library’s Main Branch measures 390 feet (120 m) on its north–south axis by 270 feet (82 m) on its west–east axis. The library is located on the east side of the block bounded by Fifth Avenue on the east, 40th Street on the south, Sixth Avenue on the west, and 42nd Street on the east.

Are masks mandatory in libraries?

Face Coverings From Monday 28 March, it will no longer be mandatory for members to wear masks when entering, moving around, or being seated in the Library. It is however the government’s guidance that masks are worn in crowded and enclosed spaces, and we would encourage you to follow that advice.

Can you sit in the New York Public Library?

Please note that, while our branches are still offering general library use and seating, unlimited browsing, laptop and computer access, and more, staffing shortages are impacting some locations. Find an open location near you. PLEASE NOTE: Masks are strongly recommended at all NYPL locations.