New York Public Library (NYPL)
Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library
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40 West 20th Street
New York, 10011
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(855) 697-6974 (Toll-free in-state telephone)(212) 206-5425 (24-hour voice mail)(212) 206-5400
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Braille, Large-Print, and Audio Books
Braille classes, Braille web apps, help with dyslexia, and a large collection of magazines and audiobooks are available to New York City and Long Island residents for free.
Open Monday to Friday 10 AM to 5 PM
Call to request an application by mail, walk in to pick it up, or download one of the applications at nypl.org/about/locations/heiskell/eligibility. The filled-out applications may be brought to the Heiskell library or emailed to [email protected], faxed to (212) 206-5418, or mailed back. They will process the application within five days of receipt, after which you will get a welcome call. The phone is responded to every day except Saturday starting at 10 AM. You may make an appointment for tech training on how to use basic digital tools by dialing extension 3
People of all ages are welcome