Suggestions for Library near Washington

Michael L. • January 6, 2015Awe-inspiring architecture. Wonderfully pleasant staff.

Pavel K. • February 11, 2020100% recommend, free tours with a very well informed personel of the library, all my questions were answered :)

DC Public Library • September 7, 2011Pick up your library card from the circulation desk (you can apply online before you go). Then download the app to place holds, browse the catalog, and more from your smartphone. http://bit.ly/oSSkBK

Justin H. • February 17, 2017very nice library, definitely recommend

Be B. • May 3, 2017Borrow a book or buy a book from Friends of Library sale, I never leave empty-handed

Sherrie B. • May 17, 2010Check out Hamlet. Modern version, but very good.

Ivonna S. • July 6, 2018All of the staff members I encountered were kind, patient and very knowledgeable.

Masha C. • December 9, 2014Very nice and quiet. A bit smelly tho for how new it is.

Julian S. • December 20, 2018A labyrinth and maze of tunnels to Madison where the comics are archived - But worth the 10 min walk!

DC Public Library • September 7, 2011Pick up your library card from the circulation desk (you can apply online before you go). Then download the app to place holds, browse the catalog, and more from your smartphone. http://bit.ly/oSSkBK

Esty S. • August 20, 2010Amazing library! With a little book shop. Really nice layout. If I lived in DC I would spend a lot of time here.

Anthony M. • June 18, 2013The new branch manager is awesome. She answers all my emails and other questions. She also puts together lots of fun learning programs for the kids. Thanks DCPL.

DC Preservation League • August 8, 2011Collection of books and artifacts related to Lincoln and the assassination, begun by Osborn H. Oldroyd. Opened in 1892 and purchased by the U.S. government in 1926.

April S. • October 4, 2018The Gutenberg Bible is out for repair

Ab • March 28, 2016Great light and space for this small, local library! Enjoy writing here.

Jill • May 29, 2013You can learn a new language for free at the Pentagon Library

Ashley • November 7, 2014Beautiful, modern facility with lots of colorful art. Many outlets at tables to charge your electronics or work from a laptop.

Bruce J. • June 22, 2012The renovation is complete!! The newest jewel of the DC Public Library network is open for business.

nick c. • April 6, 2010Its a Library, a wealth of knowledge, take advantage and learn something new, or remind yourself of something forgotten. (http://acornweb.org)

Mustafa M. • March 16, 2015Very helpful people

Alex B. • June 2, 2011What a spectacular renovation! Patrons are quiet and courteous. Study up on the second floor and enjoy the view. Solid wood furniture and exquisite details are impressive throughout.

Angel • July 24, 2012If u have a dc library card u can also get one in surrounding md and va counties

Don • February 21, 2013I had never come to the 5th floor until today. I usually took one of the box on the 3rd floor. Personally, I feel that I can concentrate more when surrounded by stacks of books on 5th floor.

DC Public Library • September 7, 2011Pick up your library card from the circulation desk (you can apply online before you go). Then download the app to place holds, browse the catalog, and more from your smartphone. http://bit.ly/oSSkBK

Ellen S. • August 1, 2017They have book signing most Fridays in the summer.

Jason V. • May 3, 2012Get a tour of this incredible building Monday - Thursday, 10a - 4pm. You won't be disappointed.

Ellie P. • September 26, 2014One of the better, little-known D.C. great photo op spots.

Architect of the Capitol (AOC) • June 21, 2018Opened in 1980, measuring 500 feet wide and 400 feet deep, the James Madison Building is the largest library structure in the world.