Washington Irving Library

Washington Irving Library Washington Irving Library was the 21st and final Carnegie library built in Brooklyn. The branch serves Bushwick since 1923.

Today, residents of Bushwick/Ridgewood and immigrants enjoy browsing the branch’s multi-lingual collections.

Today is April 1st, April Fool's Day! Read and laugh out loud at your favorite jokes and funny stories at your favorite...
04/01/2026

Today is April 1st, April Fool's Day! Read and laugh out loud at your favorite jokes and funny stories at your favorite Library!

The Washington Irving Friends Group meeting is coming up! Can't wait to see you there!
03/18/2026

The Washington Irving Friends Group meeting is coming up! Can't wait to see you there!

03/02/2026

Yesterday was the first day of Women's History Month. Take some time out this month and learn about all the trailblazers who made it possible to dream, encourage, and inspire at your favorite Library.

All Brooklyn Public Library branches will operate during regular business hours from 1pm-8pm, with the exception of Cent...
02/23/2026

All Brooklyn Public Library branches will operate during regular business hours from 1pm-8pm, with the exception of Central Library, which is scheduled to open at 10AM.

Due to inclement weather, all Brooklyn Public Library locations will be closed tomorrow.
02/22/2026

Due to inclement weather, all Brooklyn Public Library locations will be closed tomorrow.

In response to the severe weather forecast and anticipated blizzard conditions, all BPL locations will be closed on Sund...
02/21/2026

In response to the severe weather forecast and anticipated blizzard conditions, all BPL locations will be closed on Sunday, February 22nd. We will make a decision regarding Monday, February 23rd's service tomorrow.

02/17/2026

The Year of the Horse has arrived. Discover its significance at your local Library.

02/14/2026

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY from our hearts to yours, pick up a book today that you would fall in LOVE with at your favorite local Library...

Washington Irving recognizes Love and Black History during February.
02/10/2026

Washington Irving recognizes Love and Black History during February.

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD! Come out and Join Us to our monthly meeting at the Washington Irving Library at 6pm this Thur...
02/03/2026

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD! Come out and Join Us to our monthly meeting at the Washington Irving Library at 6pm this Thursday!

02/03/2026

From Our Shelves to Your Hands--Explore Black History! Honor the Past, Read the Stories, and Check Out Black History!

The Friends Group of Washington Irving cordially invites you to participate in their Valentine's Day craft giveaway on S...
02/03/2026

The Friends Group of Washington Irving cordially invites you to participate in their Valentine's Day craft giveaway on Saturday, February 14th at 12pm.

Address

360 Irving Avenue
Brooklyn, NY
11237

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 1pm - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

(718) 628-8378

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