The Empire State Rare Book and Print Fair

September 27 - 29 2024

The Great Hall, Shepard Hall, 

City College of New York, 

160 Convent Ave, 

New York, NY 10031

The Empire State Rare Book and Print Fair will bring over 40 rare book, print and ephemera exhibitors from across the country to historic City College of New York.

Visitors can browse books, prints and ephemera on a broad range of topics and areas.

Our fairs are social events that cultivate a welcoming experience for all. There will be items at the fair to fit all budgets.

You can reserve tickets in advance or purchase them at the door.

Friday,  September 27th: 5pm - 9 pm: Preview Night

Tickets cost $60 and include wine, canapes, live music and first access to the books and prints.

Tickets are valid for Saturday and Sunday

Saturday, September 28th: 11 am – 7 pm: Book Fair

Sunday, September 29th: 11 am – 5pm: Book Fair

Entry to the fair on Saturday and Sunday will be $20, $10 for students and free for under 16s or everyone with a valid CCNY student ID.

Tickets are valid for unlimited entries on both Saturday and Sunday.