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New York Public Library Christmas Tree

Landmark · Midtown

New York Public Library Christmas Tree, photographed by New York Dearest

Full of snow owls, red cardinals and gigantic pine cones, the tree is a masterpiece!

The New York Public Library broke hearts when it announced the lobby Christmas tree would take an unexpected hiatus. Locals awaited with bated breath for better news in 2023 and thankfully one of the most popular Christmas trees in New York City made a triumphant return, same for 2024. Full of snow owls, red cardinals and gigantic pine cones, the tree is a masterpiece!

Hours
Mon 10 am to 6 pm; Tue and Wed 10 am to 8 pm; Thu and Fri 10 am to 6 pm; Sat 10 am to 6 pm; Sun 1 pm to 5 pm (Schwarzman Building hours; tree viewable during building hours, last entry 15 min before close)
Cost
Free
Subway
7, B, D, F, M to 5 Av, 1 min
Address
476 5th Ave, New York, NY

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