Book Bank
The Book Bank is a unique resource that is neither a library nor a bookstore. Rather, all of our gently used books are free, and they may be kept and enjoyed for years to come. Each year we give out over 75,000 books, some of which have ended up as far afield as Georgia and Sierra Leone.
First-time visitors to the Book Bank will find hundreds of children’s and adult books sorted into categories and shelved in both our main front room and the larger back room. Visitors are limited to five board books per day (per child); there is no limit on other books.
Location: 45 Bristol Street, New Haven CT 06511
Phone: 203-752-1923
See below in the footer for current Book Bank Hours.
Please note that these hours are subject to frequent change according to our programs calendar. It is always best to call ahead or check our Facebook or Instagram page for any closures or changes. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Please click the following links for more information about:
Donating books
Book Bank School Year Hours
Monday: 1pm-7pm
Tuesday: 1pm-7pm
Wednesday: 1pm-7pm
Thursday: 12pm-6pm
Friday: 12pm-6pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Please call to confirm that these hours are accurate. Hours are subject to change when we are on break. All break hours are posted in our scrolling header here on our website, as well as our social media.
45 Bristol Street
New Haven CT 06511
203.752.1923
EIN 760807330
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Our Mission
Founded to share the joy and power of reading, New Haven Reads partners with the community to provide free one-on-one tutoring, educational family support, and a book bank to empower aspiring readers to master the literacy skills needed to thrive in school and life.
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