Main Reading Room is a library Capitol Hill Washington located in United States.
101 Independence Ave SE (Thomas Jefferson Bldg, LJ 100) Washington , D.C. 20001 United States
Wi-Fi | Yes |
On the second floor, visitors can explore Thomas Jefferson's Library , featuring thousands of original volumes that provided the foundation for the Library of Congress & it's universal collections.
Find this door and open it. Don't worry, you’re allowed. Behind it you will find Narnia and/or the abandoned LoC Card Catalog, last updated in 1980.
breathtaking! from the paintings in the wall and the antique books ???? they give off free bookmarks and tour too
100% recommend, free tours with a very well informed personel of the library , all my questions were answered :)
If you don't already have a reader ID card, I hope you brought a pair of hiking boots and sunscreen , because you're in for an adventure.
Beautiful architecture , terrific free tour , great family activity.
Take the guided tour . Get Tom Hoban as a guide if you can.
Amazing architecture and history.
Grand room architecture wise
Awesome space in the Old Lib
Amazing experience!
Largest library in the world
Fantástico. Cuanta historia. Que monumento !
Books and book related knick knacks always make me smile. You'll enjoy yourself here. - Edward Philipp
A labyrinth and maze of tunnels to Madison where the comics are archived - But worth the 10 min walk! - Julian Si
Definitely worth the trip if your a fan of books and beautiful architecture. They do have everything. - Lenny Gallo
Collection 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. - DC Preservation League
One of DCs hidden gems. A great place to sit and relax in the middle of the busy mall - P J
This is an awesome place to check out the state of US history and politics, esp if you have a short window to explore. - Monica