Queens Public Library

Queens Public Library (QPL) is the public library system for the borough of Queens, part of the City of New York. It is one of the three library systems serving New York City, the others being the New York Public Library (serving the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island) and the Brooklyn Public Library.

History[edit | edit source]

The Queens Public Library was established in 1858 as the Long Island City Public Library, and it became the Queens Borough Public Library in 1901. The library's central library, located in Jamaica, Queens, was built with funds from philanthropist Andrew Carnegie and opened in 1914.

Services[edit | edit source]

The Queens Public Library offers a wide range of services, including lending books, DVDs, and other materials; providing free internet access; offering educational and cultural programs; and providing resources for job seekers and small businesses. The library also offers specialized services for immigrants, seniors, and people with disabilities.

Branches[edit | edit source]

The Queens Public Library system includes 66 locations across the borough, including community libraries, a central library, seven adult learning centers, a technology lab, and two universal pre-kindergartens. Some of the notable branches include the Flushing Library, the Astoria Library, and the Long Island City Library.

Governance and funding[edit | edit source]

The Queens Public Library is governed by a board of trustees, which includes representatives from each of the borough's community districts. The library is funded by the City of New York, the State of New York, and the federal government, as well as by private donations.