Staten Island’s Huguenot Library Branch Cuts Ribbon On New Modern Location

October 14, 2026 Tony Marx 0 American Culture, Babies and Kids, Charity, Culture, Equality, Media and Communication, SI Communities, Staten Island Families, Staten Island News, Staten Islander Exclusive

Editor’s note: Staten Islanders may remember the renovation of the circulation desk at the Todt-Hill Westerleigh Library on Victory Blvd.

From Councilmember Morano:

It was a pleasure to be at the official ribbon cutting of the brand-new Huguenot Park Library!

This beautiful new 7,500-square-foot, single-level branch at 1231 Woodrow Road is a major upgrade for the South Shore, with dedicated spaces for adults, children and teens, twice the number of computers, double the program seating, a brand-new book collection, dedicated parking, and outdoor programming space.

Libraries today are about much more than books. They are places for children to learn, seniors to connect, job seekers to get online, families to attend programs, and neighbors to gather. This new branch was designed with that changing role, and our growing community, in mind.

A special thank you to my predecessor, former Councilman Joe Borelli, whose work and advocacy helped bring this project to fruition. I’m proud to celebrate its completion and excited to see generations of South Shore families make this library their own.

Congratulations to everyone who helped turn the page on this exciting new chapter for the Woodrow and Huguenot neighborhoods.

Huguenot Park Library reopening. Image Credit – Councilmember Morano

The New York Public Library Hosts Ribbon Cutting At New Huguenot Park Library

The 7,500-square-foot, state-of-the-art Staten Island library features a community room, Teen Center, outdoor programming area, parking, and more

The New York Public Library celebrated the grand opening of the newly constructed Huguenot Park Library with Library and community leaders, including NYPL President Anthonly W. Marx, Council Member Frank Morano, Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella, and former Council Member Joe Borelli.

The $7 million project is the latest in a series of capital investments the Library has made in Staten Island totaling $124 million over the past decade. Recent improvements across the borough include top-to-bottom renovations of Port Richmond Library and Stapleton Library, as well as the construction of two other brand-new branches – Mariners Harbor Library and Charleston Library.

“An investment in libraries is an investment in community and the future,” said Anthony W. Marx, President and CEO of The New York Public Library. “The Huguenot Park Library has been a vital community anchor for decades, and this beautiful, modern branch will continue to support Staten Islanders for generations to come. Whether through free access to great books and librarians, technology, dedicated spaces for teens, or our early literacy programs, this branch is built to inspire learning at all ages and for all New Yorkers.”

Located at 1231 Woodrow Road, the new, 7,500-square-foot Huguenot Park Library features:

Light-filled reading areas for adults, children, and teens
Updated technology equipment throughout, double the program space, and double the number of computers for the community
Dedicated parking spaces for library users
An outdoor program area, Teen Center, and an added community room, none of which existed in the previous location
ADA-accessible bathrooms
Energy efficient mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems

Huguenot Park Library reopening. Image Credit – Councilmember Morano

“We have always supported our New York Public Library System, for all the opportunities it provides for Staten Islanders to read, learn and grow. And, we’re happy to see those opportunities expand, right in the heart of Huguenot, with much to provide for young people and adults alike. We encourage anyone to stop by this new-and-improved Huguenot branch, get their Library Card, and experience all it has to offer,” said Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella.

“The old Huguenot Library was the library I went to most as a kid, so this is a special one for me,” said Council Member Frank Morano. “I have a lot of great memories of that building. It was a place to read, learn, explore, and probably spend a little more time than I ever expected to. But this new Huguenot Park Library is an upgrade in every sense. More space, more parking, modern technology, better educational resources, and even more opportunities for families, students and seniors. And the best part is, we’re not cutting the ribbon on something we hope will be successful. It’s already open, and it’s already proving to be a huge success. The old library helped shape a lot of us who grew up on the South Shore. I’m excited to see what this one does for the next generation. Congratulations to everyone who helped make it happen. This is exactly the kind of investment in Staten Island that we should be celebrating.”

“Libraries are so much more than books. They are places where our children discover new interests, families connect, neighbors come together, and people of every age have the opportunity to learn and grow. This beautiful new facility is a tremendous addition to the South Shore. It was an honor to be on hand when the doors first opened to the public!” said Assemblyman Mike Reilly

“The new Huguenot Park Library is a great investment in the South Shore and our Staten Island families. This new branch provides more space, more computers, and expanded programming for everyone from children to seniors, giving residents of all ages a place to learn, connect, and stay engaged in our community. I am proud to celebrate the opening of this new library and look forward to seeing it serve Staten Islanders for generations to come,” said Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis.

The Library is grateful to Borough President Vito Fossella, Council Member Frank Morano, and former Council Member Joe Borelli for their support of this project.

The new branch was designed by Sanna & Loccisano Architects, developed by Woodrow Village LLC, and constructed by Gerard Construction Group.

About The New York Public Library

For over 125 years, The New York Public Library has been a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With over 90 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars. The New York Public Library receives approximately 16 million visits through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org. To offer this wide array of free programming, The New York Public Library relies on both public and private funding. Learn more about how to support the Library at nypl.org/give.