Wirtz Labor Library, Washington D.C.

#758 among attractions in Washington D.C.

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The Wirtz Labor Library is the library of the U.S. Department of Labor. It provides Department of Labor employees and members of the general public with access to both historically significant and current resources pertaining to labor. It is located in the Frances Perkins Building in Washington, D.C. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 38°53'36"N, 77°0'52"W

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Northwest Washington (Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown)Washington D.C. United States

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Day trips

Wirtz Labor Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Gallery of Art, Newseum, Union Square, George Gordon Meade Memorial.

~1710 ftSW
American and European art in 2 buildings
National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
9 min walk • The National Gallery of Art, a monumental presence in the heart of Washington D.C., stands as a testament to the importance of art in national culture. This prestigious institution, nestled on the National Mall, is a beacon for art enthusiasts and historians alike.
~1310 ftW
Interactive museum devoted to journalism
Newseum, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • The Newseum, located in the heart of Washington D.C., stands as a tribute to the evolution and importance of the press and the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. This modern museum, which opened its doors in 2008, offers an interactive experience...
~1320 ftS
Park
Union Square, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • Union Square in Washington D.C. is a verdant oasis amid the bustling cityscape, offering a serene reprieve for residents and visitors alike. This well-maintained park is an urban sanctuary that balances the capital's historic grandeur with green spaces that invite...
~710 ftSW
Monuments and statues
George Gordon Meade Memorial, Washington D.C.
4 min walk • The George Gordon Meade Memorial, also known as the Meade Memorial or Major General George Gordon Meade, is a public artwork in Washington, D.C. honoring George Meade, a career military officer from Pennsylvania who is best known for defeating General Robert E.
0.5 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Capital One Arena, Washington D.C.
13 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.
~1520 ftNW
Memorial, Monuments and statues
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, Washington D.C.
8 min walk • The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. United States, at Judiciary Square, honors 21,183 U.S. law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty throughout American history.
~1200 ftSE
Memorial
Peace Monument, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • Peace Circle is a traffic circle in Washington, D.C. located at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and First Street NW. At its center is the Peace Monument, also known as the Naval Memorial.
~1250 ftNW
Museum
National Law Enforcement Museum, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • The National Law Enforcement Museum is a mostly-underground facility located adjacent to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC's Judiciary Square.
0.4 miW
Theater
Harman Center for the Arts, Washington D.C.
12 min walk • The Harman Center for the Arts is a complex consisting of the Lansburgh Theatre and Sidney Harman Hall in downtown Washington, D.C. USA. SHH is the latest addition to the existing Lansburgh Theatre to create the new "Center For the Arts". Construction began in November 2004 and it opened on September 15, 2007.
~1030 ftE
Monuments and statues
Robert A. Taft Memorial, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • The Robert A. Taft Memorial and Carillon is a carillon dedicated as a memorial to U.S. Senator Robert Alphonso Taft, son of President William Howard Taft. The memorial is located north of the Capitol, on Constitution Avenue between New Jersey Avenue and First Street, N.W. Designed by architect Douglas W.
~1660 ftW
Monuments and statues
Man Controlling Trade, Washington D.C.
9 min walk • Man Controlling Trade is the name given to two monumental equestrian statues created by Michael Lantz for the Federal Trade Commission Building in Washington, D.C. under the United States Department of the Treasury Section of Painting and Sculpture.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wirtz Labor Library?

Nearby attractions include Albert Pike, Washington D.C. (3 min walk), George Gordon Meade Memorial, Washington D.C. (4 min walk), Vincent R. Sombrotto Park, Washington D.C. (4 min walk), One Judiciary Square, Washington D.C. (5 min walk).

How to get to Wirtz Labor Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wirtz Labor Library:

Metro

Judiciary Square • Lines: Rd (6 min walk)
Archives • Lines: Gr, Yl (11 min walk)

Train

Russell (10 min walk)
U.S. Capitol (10 min walk)

Bus

FlixBus Washington Union Station • Lines: 2601, 2602, 2668, N2610 (13 min walk)
Washington Deluxe Bus (14 min walk)

Tram

Union Station • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (19 min walk)
H Street & 8th Street Northeast • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (30 min walk)