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The New York Public Library (NYPL) is a public library system in New York City. It is the second largest public library in the United States

The library has branches in the boroughs of Manhattan, Bronx and Staten Island. The branch libraries are open to the general public.

History

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The New York Public Library main building, circa 1908

John Astor gave $400,000 for the creation of a public library. which was built in 1854

The size and importance of the library grew along with the city.

  • New York Times, "British Architect to Redesign City Library," October 22, 2008; "Sacking a Palace of Culture," April 21, 2012

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York para niños

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