Plan your visit
to CENTRO
We are currently undergoing an exciting capital project to improve our space. Most of our events take place at this location unless noted otherwise.
2180 3rd Ave Located within the Silberman School of Social Work New York, New York 10035
Library and Archives
LOCATION:
2180 3rd Ave
1st Floor, Rm. 120
New York, NY 10035
HOURS:
Monday 10a-5p
Tuesday 10a-5p
Wednesday 10a-5p
Thursday 10am-5p
Friday 10a-5p
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Centro Gallery
LOCATION:
2180 3rd Ave
1st Floor
New York, NY 10035
HOURS:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10a-5p
Wednesday 10a-5p
Thursday 10am-5p
Friday Closed
Saturday 10a-5p
Sunday Closed
On View
VIEW ALL EXHIBITIONS
Other Exhibition
March 13, 2025– September 25, 2025
2180 3rd Avenue at 119th Street, New York, NY 10035
Diasporic Collage: Puerto Rico and the Survival of a People
March 13, 2025 – September 25, 2025
2180 3rd Avenue at 119th Street, New York, NY 10035
CENTRO Administrative Offices
LOCATION:
2180 3rd Ave
5th Floor
New York, NY 10035
HOURS:
Monday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Getting to CENTRO
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:
Subway: The closest subway stations are the 6 train on 116th and Lexington and the 6 train on 125th and Lexington. Each station is approximately a 5–10 minute walk away from CENTRO en El Barrio. CENTRO is located on the corner of 119th Street and 3rd Avenue.
Train: The closest Metro-North station is on 125th and Park Avenue and is approximately a 10 minute walk from CENTRO en El Barrio.
Bus:
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To/from The Bronx:
To/from Downtown:
PARKING:
There is metered street parking available in front of the building. There are also unmetered parking spots on side streets next to the building, subject to signage.
If you would like to park your car in a lot, the closest lots are:
- 210 E. 121st Street
- 1481 5th Ave.
- 158 E. 108th Street
Building Info
SECURITY:
When you arrive, you may be asked by Hunter College security to provide your name and show your ID. This is part of campus safety policy.
ACCESSIBILITY:
The Silberman School of Social Work is equipped with automatic doors, ramps, elevators, and accessible bathroom stalls.
ELEVATORS:
The Silberman School of Social Work has two elevators on each floor. Our Library Reading Room and the CENTRO Gallery are located on the first floor of the building.
RESTROOMS:
Bathrooms are available to our guests on each floor of the building. Each bathroom has handicap accessible stalls. Guests may use the bathrooms that best affirm their gender identity.
The place pa' todo el corillo
First time visitors
Qué tal, amigo? We're so glad you made it here. Learn more about what makes CENTRO so special.
Yo soy Boricua
Pa' que tu lo sepas! No matter where you live or were born, you're in the right place to learn more and connect with your community.
Educators
Aprender a luchar, luchar es aprender! Dive into our resources for teachers and students that are ready for the classroom today!
Art Lovers + Artists
From new exhibitions to our database highlighting Puerto Rican artists living in the Diaspora and artists-in-residence, experience where art and research collide.
Researchers + Scholars
Through extensive free and accessible resources, discover what makes CENTRO a home for all hoping to learn more about the Puerto Rican experience.
Groups
Host the next jangueo at CENTRO! Explore our archives, exhibitions, and more with your students, collective, and co-workers. Tours are a fantastic way to meet our team and explore specific topics that interest you and your group.