Library of Virginia, Richmond

Name: Library of Virginia
Address: 800 E Broad St, Richmond, 23219-1905, United States
Telephone: +1 804-692-3500

#85 among attractions in Richmond

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The Library of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia, is the library agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia. It serves as the archival agency and the reference library for Virginia's seat of government. The Library moved into a new building in 1997 and is located at 800 East Broad Street, two blocks from the Virginia State Capitol building. It was formerly known as the Virginia State Library and as the Virginia State Library and Archives. ()

Established: 1823 (201 years ago)Coordinates: 37°32'29"N, 77°26'2"W

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800 E Broad StDowntown Richmond (Capitol District)Richmond 23219-1905 United States

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+1 804-692-3500

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Library of Virginia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Virginia State Capitol, Richmond Coliseum, Virginia Washington Monument, White House of the Confederacy.

~990 ftS
Colonial-style government landmark
Virginia State Capitol, Richmond
5 min walk • The Virginia State Capitol, a historical beacon in the heart of Richmond, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of American democracy. Designed by Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, in collaboration with French architect Charles-Louis...
~1140 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
Richmond Coliseum, Richmond
6 min walk • Richmond Coliseum was an arena located in Richmond, Virginia, with a capacity of 13,500 that was most often used for various large concerts. The arena opened in 1971 and the region is looking to replace the aging facility with a larger one.
~730 ftS
Greek Revival architecture, Monuments and statues
Virginia Washington Monument, Richmond
4 min walk • The Virginia Washington Monument, also known as the Washington Monument, is a 19th-century neoclassical statue of George Washington located on the public square in Richmond, Virginia.
~1280 ftE
Museum, History museum, Greek Revival architecture
White House of the Confederacy, Richmond
7 min walk • The White House of the Confederacy is a historic house located in the Court End neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia. Built in 1818, it was the main executive residence of the sole President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis, from August 1861 until April 1865.
1.1 miW
Theater, Architecture, Concerts and shows
Altria Theater, Richmond
27 min walk • The Altria Theater in Richmond, Virginia, United States is a theater at the southwest corner of Monroe Park on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University, and is the largest venue of Richmond CenterStage's performing arts complex.
~390 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
The National, Richmond
2 min walk • The National Theater is a historic theater in Richmond, Virginia. Part of a city block along the 700 block of Broad Street once known as Theatre Row, it is the only surviving auditorium of the row.
~770 ftS
Memorial
Virginia Women's Monument, Richmond
4 min walk • The Virginia Women's Monument is a state memorial in Richmond, Virginia commemorating the contributions of Virginia women to the history of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States of America.
~680 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Richmond
4 min walk • St. Paul's Episcopal Church is an historic Episcopal church in Richmond, Virginia, United States. Located directly across the street from the Virginia State Capitol, it has long been a popular house of worship for political figures, including General Robert E. Lee and Confederate President Jefferson Davis. Davis was a member.
~730 ftSE
City hall, Gothic Revival architecture
Old City Hall, Richmond
4 min walk • Old City Hall, known formerly as City Hall, is the former city hall of Richmond, Virginia that was designed by Elijah E. Myers. It served as City Hall from its completion in 1894 through the 1970s.
~1320 ftE
Museum offering many views on the war
American Civil War Museum, Richmond
7 min walk • The American Civil War Museum is a multi-site museum in the Greater Richmond Region of central Virginia, dedicated to the history of the American Civil War. The museum operates three sites: The White House of the Confederacy, American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar in Richmond, and American Civil War Museum at Appomattox.
~370 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
John Marshall House, Richmond
2 min walk • The John Marshall House is a historic house museum and National Historic Landmark at 818 East Marshall Street in Richmond, Virginia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Library of Virginia open?

Library of Virginia is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Library of Virginia?

Nearby attractions include John Marshall House, Richmond (2 min walk), The National, Richmond (2 min walk), St. Peter's Church, Richmond (3 min walk), St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Richmond (4 min walk).

How to get to Library of Virginia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Library of Virginia:

Bus

A • Lines: 1A, 1C (2 min walk)
B • Lines: 1A, 1C (2 min walk)

Train

Richmond Main Street (15 min walk)