The Center For Fiction

The Center for Fiction, founded in 1820 as the Mercantile Library, is the only organization in the United States devoted solely to the vital art of fiction.

 

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NYC COVID-19 Policies

For the health and safety of our members, employees, and community, anyone who enters the building must wear a face mask, regardless of vaccination status. We have undertaken a number of measures to keep visitors safe, including upgraded building-wide ventilation systems with MERV 15 filters and rigorous cleaning and sanitation protocols throughout the building. Signage detailing our requirements has been posted throughout the building.

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No reservations are needed.

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Admissions tickets for SNAP families will be FREE.


 

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