Folger Shakespeare Library, Washington D.C.

Name: Folger Shakespeare Library
Address: 201 E Capitol St SE, Washington D.C., 20003-1094, United States
Telephone: +1 202-544-4600

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Folger Shakespeare Library, Washington D.C.

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The Folger Shakespeare Library is an independent research library on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., United States. It has the world's largest collection of the printed works of William Shakespeare, and is a primary repository for rare materials from the early modern period in Britain and Europe. The library was established by Henry Clay Folger in association with his wife, Emily Jordan Folger. It opened in 1932, two years after his death. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1932 (92 years ago)Coordinates: 38°53'22"N, 77°0'8"W

Address

201 E Capitol St SESoutheast Washington (Capitol Hill)Washington D.C. 20003-1094 United States

Contact

+1 202-544-4600

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Folger Shakespeare Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: United States Capitol Visitor Center, Court of Neptune Fountain, Eastern Market, Randall Pool.

~1400 ftW
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Folger Shakespeare Library open?

Folger Shakespeare Library is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Folger Shakespeare Library?

Nearby attractions include St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), John Adams Building, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), Thomas Jefferson Building, Washington D.C. (4 min walk), Library of Congress, Washington D.C. (4 min walk).

How to get to Folger Shakespeare Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Folger Shakespeare Library:

Train

Dirksen (7 min walk)
Hart (7 min walk)

Metro

Capitol South • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (10 min walk)
Eastern Market • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (13 min walk)

Bus

FlixBus Washington Union Station • Lines: 2601, 2602, 2668, N2610 (15 min walk)
Greyhound (17 min walk)

Tram

H Street & 3rd Street Northeast • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (19 min walk)
Union Station • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (20 min walk)