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Anacostia Library
Anacostia Library
1800 Marion Barry Ave. SE
Washington
,
DC
20020
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Arthur Capper TechExpress
Arthur Capper TechExpress
Arthur Capper Recreation Center
1000 5th St SE
Washington
,
DC
20003
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Bellevue/William O. Lockridge Library
Bellevue/William O. Lockridge Library
115 Atlantic St. SW
Washington
,
DC
20032
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Benning/Dorothy I. Height Library
Benning/Dorothy I. Height Library
3935 Benning Road NE
Washington
,
DC
20019
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Capitol View Library
Capitol View Library
5001 Central Ave. SE
Washington
,
DC
20019
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Chevy Chase Library
Chevy Chase Library
5625 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington
,
DC
20015
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Cleveland Park Library
Cleveland Park Library
3310 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington
,
DC
20008
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
DC Jail Library
DC Jail Library
D St. SE
Washington
,
DC
20003
United States
7:30 am-4:00 pm
Deanwood Library
Deanwood Library
1350 49th St. NE
Washington
,
DC
20019
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Francis A. Gregory Library
Francis A. Gregory Library
3660 Alabama Ave. SE
Washington
,
DC
20020
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Georgetown Library
Georgetown Library
3260 R St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20007
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Library
Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Library
5401 South Dakota Ave. NE
Washington
,
DC
20011
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
901 G St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
9:30 am-9:00 pm
Mt. Pleasant Library
Mt. Pleasant Library
3160 16th St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20010
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Northeast Library
Northeast Library
330 7th St. NE
Washington
,
DC
20002
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Northwest One Library
Northwest One Library
155 L St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Palisades Library
Palisades Library
4901 V St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20007
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Parklands-Turner Library
Parklands-Turner Library
1547 Alabama Ave. SE
Washington
,
DC
20032
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Petworth Library
Petworth Library
4200 Kansas Ave NW
Washington
,
DC
20011
United States
CLOSED
Rosedale Library
Rosedale Library
1701 Gales St. NE
Washington
,
DC
20002
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library
Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library
1630 7th St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Shepherd Park/Juanita E. Thornton Library
Shepherd Park/Juanita E. Thornton Library
7420 Georgia Ave. NW
Washington
,
DC
20012
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Southeast Library
Southeast Library
403 7th St. SE
Washington
,
DC
20003
United States
CLOSED
Southwest Library
Southwest Library
900 Wesley Place SW
Washington
,
DC
20024
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Takoma Park Library
Takoma Park Library
416 Cedar St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20012
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Tenley-Friendship Library
Tenley-Friendship Library
4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Washington
,
DC
20016
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
West End Library
West End Library
2301 L St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20037
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Woodridge Library
Woodridge Library
1801 Hamlin St. NE
Washington
,
DC
20018
United States
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
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Adult Learning
Adult Learning is one department with two divisions, offering services in adult basic education.
901 G St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
10:00 am-8:00 pm
Departments & Labs
Central Library
Anacostia Library
The Anacostia Library opened in April 2010 serving the District’s highest population of youth under 18. A hub in the Anacostia community, it offers
1800 Marion Barry Ave. SE
Washington
,
DC
20020
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Arthur Capper TechExpress
DC Public Library's Arthur Capper TechExpress is located on the second floor of the Arthur Capper Recreation Center in the Navy Yard neighborhood. It
Arthur Capper Recreation Center
1000 5th St SE
Washington
,
DC
20003
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Arts & Exhibits
The Arts and Exhibits program highlights the history and culture of the District of Columbia through exhibits displayed in DC Public Library buildings
901 G St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
9:30 am-9:00 pm
Departments & Labs
Central Library
Bellevue/William O. Lockridge Library
SERVICE ALERT
The Bellevue/William O. Lockridge Library is closed from Wednesday, Apr. 8 - Wednesday, Apr. 22 for interim air conditioner repairs. It
115 Atlantic St. SW
Washington
,
DC
20032
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Benning/Dorothy I. Height Library
Named after Civil Rights Pioneer, Dorothy I. Height, the Benning/Dorothy I. Height Library connects Ward 7 residents to study rooms, meeting rooms,
3935 Benning Road NE
Washington
,
DC
20019
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Capitol View Library
Reopened in March 2019 after a significant renovation, the Capitol View Library remains a vital resource for DC's East of the River community.
5001 Central Ave. SE
Washington
,
DC
20019
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Center for Accessibility
The Center for Accessibility (C4A) provides customers with disabilities equal access to library resources and services at all DC Public Library
901 G St. NW
2nd Floor, Room 205
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
10:00 am-8:00 pm
Departments & Labs
Central Library
Chevy Chase Library
This two floor library, built in 1968, is located near the Chevy Chase circle. It shares a parking lot with the Community center, and has a wonderful
5625 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington
,
DC
20015
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Cleveland Park Library
The Cleveland Park Library was rebuilt in 2018 with extensive community input and support. Enjoy light, open space, large meeting rooms, and a reading
3310 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington
,
DC
20008
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
DC Jail Library
The DC Public Library Jail branch serves residents at the DC Central Detention Facility and Correctional Treatment Facility. This location primarily
D St. SE
Washington
,
DC
20003
United States
Hours Today:
7:30 am-4:00 pm
DC Jail Library
Deanwood Library
The Deanwood Library is located in Northeast D.C. and is co-located with the Deanwood Aquatic and Recreation Center. The Deanwood Library encourages
1350 49th St. NE
Washington
,
DC
20019
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Francis A. Gregory Library
Named after local community leader Francis A. Gregory, Francis Gregory Library is located in residential, tree-lined Hillcrest, Washington, DC. The
3660 Alabama Ave. SE
Washington
,
DC
20020
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Georgetown Library
Georgetown Library offers a unique history of the Georgetown neighborhood, and is home of the Peabody Room, an extension of the People's Archive.
3260 R St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20007
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Library
Lamond-Riggs/ Lillian J. Huff Library offers a wide range of opportunities and services. Come check out a book, use a computer, scan documents, print
5401 South Dakota Ave. NE
Washington
,
DC
20011
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
Named after one of the nation's most prominent civil rights leaders, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library is the central location offering a wide
901 G St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
9:30 am-9:00 pm
Central Library
Mt. Pleasant Library
Mt. Pleasant Library, a beautiful, historic Carnegie building dedicated in 1925 and renovated in 2012, offers programs, services, and collections to
3160 16th St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20010
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Northeast Library
Northeast library has been a beloved establishment in the community since 1932. The library is nestled within the upper North Capitol Hill area, and
330 7th St. NE
Washington
,
DC
20002
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Northwest One Library
The Northwest One Library is a one floor library housed inside the Walker Jones Education Complex in Ward 6. The Library is part of a mixed used
155 L St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Outreach & Inclusion Services
DC Public Library's Outreach + Inclusion Services department (OUT) embeds and expands library services beyond library walls.
901 G St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
9:30 am-9:00 pm
Departments & Labs
Central Library
Palisades Library
SERVICE ALERT: The elevator at the Palisades Library is currently out of service. If you need any assistance getting library materials from the second
4901 V St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20007
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Parklands-Turner Library
The small store-front library located in the Shops at Parkland strip mall offers a wide range of services and is conveniently located within walking
1547 Alabama Ave. SE
Washington
,
DC
20032
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Passport Acceptance Office
The Passport Acceptance Office, located on the 2nd floor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, is happy to help you apply for a new passport
901 G St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
3:00 pm-7:00 pm
Departments & Labs
Central Library
Peabody Room
The Peabody Room is a special collection of Georgetown neighborhood history, and is a part of The People's Archive.

Walk-ins are welcome during
3260 R St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20007
United States
Hours Today:
Closed
Departments & Labs
Petworth Library
The historic Petworth Library serves the vibrant and evolving Petworth neighborhood, offering a wide array of services to patrons of all ages.
4200 Kansas Ave NW
Washington
,
DC
20011
United States
Hours Today:
CLOSED
Neighborhood Library
Rosedale Library
The Rosedale Library is located in the Kingman Park neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Opened in 2012, Rosedale is co-located with the Rosedale
1701 Gales St. NE
Washington
,
DC
20002
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library
At the heart of the Shaw community, the Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Neighborhood Library serves as a knowledge hub and community gathering place for a
1630 7th St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Shepherd Park/Juanita E. Thornton Library
SERVICE ALERT: The elevator at the Shepherd Park/Juanita E. Thornton Library is out of service. If you need materials from the second floor please
7420 Georgia Ave. NW
Washington
,
DC
20012
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Southeast Library
One of the first neighborhood libraries when it opened in 1922, this Capitol Hill location serves a diverse and vibrant community that is home to the
403 7th St. SE
Washington
,
DC
20003
United States
Hours Today:
CLOSED
Neighborhood Library
Southwest Library
This Southwest location, a beautiful new building opened in May 2021, offers a variety of services. Check out a book, enjoy a children's program or
900 Wesley Place SW
Washington
,
DC
20024
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Takoma Park Library
This Carnegie library serves a diverse community, including many Spanish speakers. Library service is primarily provided on one floor, including
416 Cedar St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20012
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Tenley-Friendship Library
The Tenley-Friendship Library is located in the Tenleytown neighborhood of Northwest DC. The award-winning library opened in January 2011 and
4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Washington
,
DC
20016
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
The Labs
The Labs purpose is to provide a supportive space for patrons to express themselves creatively through technology access, community building, and
901 G St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Departments & Labs
Central Library
The People's Archive
The People's Archive at DC Public Library is home to the dynamic collections that preserve and share the stories, histories, and voices of Washington,
901 G St. NW
4th Floor East
Washington
,
DC
20001
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-7:00 pm
Departments & Labs
Central Library
West End Library
SERVICE ALERT: The elevator at the West End Library is currently out of service. If you need any assistance getting library materials from the second
2301 L St. NW
Washington
,
DC
20037
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
Woodridge Library
The Woodridge Branch of the DC Public Library opened January 16, 1958. The library reopened at its current location on September 26, 2016. The library
1801 Hamlin St. NE
Washington
,
DC
20018
United States
Hours Today:
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Neighborhood Library
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