Micro Wedding Venue
Housing Works Bookstore
New York, New York




An intimate New York, NY venue purpose-built for small, design-forward weddings.
Housing Works Bookstore is a celebrated micro-wedding venue in New York, New York, ideal for couples planning an intimate gathering of close family and friends. With character-rich interiors, thoughtful service, and a setting that lets the day feel personal from start to finish, it consistently ranks among the most distinctive small-wedding spaces in the region.
What's included
- Intimate capacity (up to ~50 guests)
- Distinctive architecture & setting
- Photographer-favorite light
- Highly reviewed by couples & planners
What couples say
Housing Works Bookstore Café in SoHo is a singular New York wedding venue—an Ivy League–style library with spiral staircases, mahogany balconies, and floor-to-ceiling books—where 100% of venue proceeds benefit homeless New Yorkers living with HIV/AIDS. The venue carries a perfect 5.0 on WeddingWire from 63 reviews and a 5.0 on The Knot from 104 reviews, earning five Best of Weddings recognitions for its exceptional service and meaningful mission. Couples consistently describe it as one of the most uniquely beautiful and purpose-driven spaces in New York City.
5.0 out of 5 on WeddingWire (63 reviews); 5.0 out of 5 on The Knot (104 reviews).
- Stunning Ivy League library aesthetic with mahogany balconies and spiral stairs
- 100% of venue proceeds benefit housing for people with HIV/AIDS
- Perfect 5.0/5 on both WeddingWire (63 reviews) and The Knot (104 reviews)
- Five-time Best of Weddings honoree
- Intimate SoHo setting beloved for its storybook atmosphere


