DC Public Library - Watha T. Daniel/Shaw

The DC Public Library is your gateway to the world. Check in to find out about our branches and upcoming events. Reserve books online, and download eBooks for free. Don't forget to leave your tips for other library users to find. Books, ebooks, audiobooks, movies, language courses and more-check it out!

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    (202) 727-1288

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1630 7th Street NW (Rhode Island Avenue, NW) Washington , D.C. 20001 United States

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Gabriel M.

If you have a library card you can reserve private study rooms .

David

Get your library card so you can borrow Kindle books for free!

Ab

Great light and space for this small, local library ! Enjoy writing here.

Jewel Smith

Thursday's from 10am - 11am is a great time to bring a child. Lot's a fun activities.

Library Lady

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Amanda Littlejohn

Children librarian's are the best-they always suggest books Logan + Connor love :)

Brandon Schmittling

Reserve any of their 3 spacious conference rooms up to twice per month.

Athena

The photos on the wall are people from the Shaw neighborhood .

Brian _

This place has a teen section where you have to be under 19 to sit. That's some bullshit.

DeShon Gales

This branch doesn't open until 1pm on Mon and Wed

Paul Richard

New hours: only open late on Mondays.

Eric Riley

Bring a child to the Rock-Along program Friday mornings at 10:00.

Chamene

Only open past 5:30 pm on Monday. :-(

Library Lady

Great story times for toddlers.

Sean S

1630 Rhode Island Ave. NW open till 9pm Mon and Wed

Sean S

Open till 9pm Mon. and Wed.

Nick Hirsch

Monday Movie Night: come in and see what we're playing.

Eric Riley

Play Nintendo Wii on Wednesdays!

Eric Riley

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Tom Mapp

Beautiful building. Monday 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Tuesday 9:30 am - 5:30 pmWednesday 1:00 pm - 9:00 pmThursday 9:30 am - 5:30 pmFriday 9:30 am - 5:30 pmSaturday 9:30 am - 5:30 pmSunday Closed

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