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Library of Congress

101 Independence Ave SE at 1st St SE, Washington  20540 • 202-707-5458
Attractions & Activities/Historic Sites
Description:
Established in 1800 as one of Thomas Jefferson's legacies, the Library of Congress is the largest library in the world. Three buildings house more than 115 million items in 470 languages, and some 7000 items are added daily. The library has a new visitors center and a 90-seat theater where you can watch an informative documentary about the facility. You'll also find a gift shop, performing arts gallery and special rooms displaying some of the library's important collections. METRO: Capitol South
Hours:
Madison Building  Mon-Fri 8:30am-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-6:30pm Jefferson Building  Mon-Sat 10am-5:30pm Adams Building  Mon, Wed-Thu 8:30am-9:30pm; Tue, Fri-Sat 8:30am-5:30pm Tours  Mon-Fri 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm; Sat 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm
Admission:
Free
 

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