Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, Washington D.C.

Name: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
Address: 901 G St NW, Washington D.C., 20001-4531, United States
Telephone: +1 202-727-0321

#392 among attractions in Washington D.C.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, Washington D.C.

Facts and practical information

The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library is the central facility of the District of Columbia Public Library. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed the 400,000 square foot steel, brick, and glass structure, and it is a rare example of modern architecture in Washington, D.C. It reopened in 2020 after 3.5 years of renovations. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1972 (52 years ago)Coordinates: 38°53'56"N, 77°1'29"W

Address

901 G St NWNorthwest Washington (Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown)Washington D.C. 20001-4531 United States

Contact

+1 202-727-0321

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Day trips

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian American Art Museum, International Spy Museum, National Museum of Crime and Punishment.

~770 ftSE
Art depicting historic American figures
National Portrait Gallery, Washington D.C.
4 min walk • The National Portrait Gallery, nestled in the heart of Washington D.C., United States, is a cultural landmark dedicated to showcasing the faces and stories that have shaped the American nation. This illustrious museum, tag: museum, is housed in a historic building that...
~540 ftSE
1868 museum also houses Portrait Gallery
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington D.C.
3 min walk • The Smithsonian American Art Museum, nestled in the heart of Washington D.C., is a treasure trove of American creativity. This museum, as a part of the Smithsonian Institution, is the nation's first collection of American art and stands as a critical representation of...
~800 ftSE
Interactive exhibits about espionage
International Spy Museum, Washington D.C.
4 min walk • Steeped in the shadowy world of espionage, the International Spy Museum in Washington D.C. is a unique treasure trove of intrigue and mystery. This museum offers an immersive journey into the clandestine operations and intelligence activities that have shaped...
~1220 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
National Museum of Crime and Punishment, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • The National Museum of Crime and Punishment, often simply referred to as the Crime Museum, offers a stark and intriguing journey through the history of crime and its consequences in the United States. Located in the heart of Washington D.C., this museum provides an...
~940 ftE
Monuments and statues
Friendship Archway, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • Friendship Archway is a paifang installed at Chinatown, Washington, D.C. United States. It is one of the largest ceremonial arches outside of China.
~850 ftS
Historic performing arts venue
Ford's Theatre, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • Ford's Theatre is a theater located in Washington, D.C. which opened in August 1863. It is infamous for being the site of the assassination of United States President Abraham Lincoln on April 14, 1865.
~1340 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • The National Museum of Women in the Arts, located in Washington, D.C. is "the only major museum in the world solely dedicated" to celebrating women's achievements in the visual, performing, and literary arts.
~860 ftSW
Memorial, Greek Revival architecture, Specialty museum
Petersen House, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • The Petersen House is a 19th-century federal style row house located at 516 10th Street NW in Washington, D.C. On April 15, 1865, United States President Abraham Lincoln died there after being shot the previous evening at Ford's Theatre, located across the street.
~1150 ftE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Capital One Arena, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • Capital One Arena is an indoor arena in Washington, D.C. Located in the Penn Quarter neighborhood, the arena sits atop the Gallery Place rapid transit station of the Washington Metro.
~650 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Madame Tussauds DC, Washington D.C.
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~570 ftSE
Museum, Greek Revival architecture, Art museum
Old Patent Office Building, Washington D.C.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library?

Nearby attractions include District of Columbia Public Library, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), McLachlen Building, Washington D.C. (3 min walk), St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Washington D.C. (3 min walk), Equitable Co-operative Building Association, Washington D.C. (3 min walk).

How to get to Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library:

Metro

Gallery Place • Lines: Gr, Rd, Yl (5 min walk)
Metro Center • Lines: Or, Rd (5 min walk)

Train

L'Enfant (25 min walk)
Washington Union Station (26 min walk)

Bus

Washington Deluxe Bus (25 min walk)
Peter Pan Bus (25 min walk)

Tram

Union Station • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (28 min walk)