Top 5 Libraries in Washington DC, District of Columbia (DC)

August 17, 2021 Alida England

Washington DC is a hub for American politics and history. Attracting as many school field trips as it does travelers the district offers a peek into the country’s democratic origin. There are plenty of free museums to take advantage of but the real draw here is the memorials and monuments dedicated to great American leaders. Spend some contemplative time at the Reflecting Pool within the National Mall, among the most patriotic places in the country.
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1. Library of Congress

101 Independence Ave SE, Washington DC, DC 20540 +1 202-707-5000 http://www.loc.gov
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4.5 based on 9,003 reviews

Library of Congress

Though the Library of Congress doesn't own every book ever published, it sure has most of them, with 532 miles of shelves and 115 million items, with 7,000 added each working day.

Reviewed By MrsBear49 - Poole, United Kingdom

As part of our visit to the Capitol building we saw there were tunnels leading to the Library of Congress so decided to explore. It is a beautiful building and it is important to remember to look up at the ceilings which are very decorative. The library offers lots of wonderful photo opportunities and also houses the books of Thomas Jefferson along with a number of other interesting exhibitions including a beautifully preserved Gutenberg Bible. The actual library is not accessible but can be seen from the viewing gallery. The amazing thing is that all this is free.

2. Folger Shakespeare Library

201 E Capitol St SE, Washington DC, DC 20003-1094 +1 202-544-4600 [email protected] http://www.folger.edu/
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Folger Shakespeare Library

The Shakespearean collection at the Folger Library the worlds largest is only open to the more qualified researcher, but theres still plenty to see, like gardens, Renaissance art and an Elizabethan theater.

Reviewed By DavidTrip - Westchester County, United States

This is Library is dedicated to Shakespeare and in the heart of DC, right near the Library of Congress and the Capitol. The theater is absolutely gorgeous and intimate. There is also a library and portraits. We saw a production of Antony and Cleopatra and were blown away by the quality of the production and how wonderful and intimate the theater was. If you like Shakespeare, this is a great place to visit.

3. DAR Museum

1776 D St NW, Washington DC, DC 20006-5303 +1 202-628-1776 [email protected] http://www.dar.org/museum
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DAR Museum

The DAR Museum looks at the American experience through objects and art of the American home from the Colonial Era to the early 20th century. Visitors can tour 31 period rooms, learn about the history of American furnishings through a fun interactive area, and research their family history in the library.

Reviewed By Kittygal - Los Angeles, United States

I'd made a note of this spot so I could visit on my next trip. So glad I did! There's a small museum of interesting period items, plus rooms furnished period style from states where members come from. Everything from the President Monroe French chairs scandal to a replica of a room where Paul Revere came to warn minutemen of the British invasion, a chandelier reportedly stood under by the Marquise du Lafayette, to a multiculturally inspired room from my home state of California. The research library is available to visitors and is in the Library of Congress style...beautiful! I spent two hours here, quite happily exploring. If you love history, stop by!

4. Kirby Center

227 Massachusetts Ave NE Massachusetts Avenue between 2nd and 3rd Streets, Washington DC, DC 20002-4963 +1 202-543-0761 https://kirbycenter.hillsdale.edu/about/visit
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5. Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center

1100 16th trees N.W., Washington DC, DC 20036-4802 +1 202-677-3967 http://Www.sqcc.org

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