Love this library. Great for toddlers. Has a nice selection of age appropriate books and…read moresurprisingly my kids love to come here and play educational games on the computers. There is also a playroom and area for little children and in the afternoon on the weekends, pre-teens and teens can come and reserve a time to play video games. I've had a great time teaching my kids about the library, checking out books and just the joy of reading in large part to this location. Highly recommend.

I have absolutely become a regular. I appreciate the library staff. Each time I come in they are…read morefriendly and very knowledgeable on all areas of the library and even events in the local area events. Coming to the library is always an adventure. They also offer passport services, notary services and much more.

A Great Resource for ALL!…read more This library is simply, a gem. It often gets overlooked between the hustle and bustle of the congested, busy Oxon Hill Road traffic and slue of neighboring businesses. As an avid bookworm and lover of books, I've seen this library many times while on my commute riding home but today I was off and decided to stop by and venture in. Although not much to look at on the outside, I must say I was impressed with the interior of the library and its collection. Although the collection of books are small compared to other libraries around, they were still relevant and current. What makes this library special is that they have a huge collection of African-American history and literature..... actually, as I learned from the head librarian, it is one of the largest collections of African-American history books and literature in the Washington DC area. I spent some significant time and this section of the library and really enjoyed it. Lots of knowledge and artifacts for the avid readers and knowledge seekers. I also couldn't help but notice a community puzzle that was laid out on a table that was really cool! I even added a couple of the missing pieces myself and found it to be very cathartic--relaxing. In all, neighborhood libraries can be a bit of lost nostalgia, but I find these resources to be very important in today's digital world. It's great to step into a space and actually feel, read, engulf yourself into reading materials as oppose to glaring screens and tablets. I highly recommend stopping by this library and giving it your patronage. It is open to all, whether you are a DC or Maryland resident. The staff is truly knowledgeable and seemed very happy to help with my questions/requests. The facilities is fully Wi-Fi enabled and can service a great stop for quick teleworking. It's the historical reference for me about this library and the vast collection of African-American literature that makes this place a stand out. They will even go back to the old collections and pull something out for you. They even have a wide variety of events, programs, including educational programs and lectures. And if they don't have what you are looking for, they can order it from another library and have it brought in for you. Not to mention, your library card gives you full access to digital materials and a library service called Libby, which contains just about anything you would find both old and current in any bookstore for free. I definitely recommend a stop by to this library. I have something for all ages. Enjoy!

This is a great library. While I haven't explored the full library, it's a great size library. I…read morecome here with my 3 year old for Story time and he absolutely loves it! We have been to a few libraries for story time and Oxon Hill is hands down the best. They do a great job picking books that engage the kiddos. Plus the music/movement breaks are always on point. The staff is always friendly, engaging, and welcoming. I adore this library and highly recommend their story time for the little humans. Let me also add that they have a great Children's book section.

I'm a big fan of libraries. Love 'em. And this new location…read morefor the Kingstowne branch of the Fairfax County Public Library system has got some upsides over the old branch at Landsdowne plaza. Buuuut it's also got some aspects that make me go 'whaaaa?' Sunday hours - great. Bigger and roomier and far more natural light - great. More seating - great. Green roof - love it. The library opened a little over a week ago, and an elevator was out of order? I assume that'll be up and running soon? There's an entrance on the ground floor, but it's locked? In the children's section, there's a ledge that looks like a big slide. Kids were playing on it. There are signs that say don't sit or slide on the window ledge. Don't make a fixture that looks like a slide *in the children's section* if it's not to be used that way. Also, signage in the parking garage says to park on the 2nd floor for the library entrance. You enter, go up a level, park, enter .... that's not the library entrance. You're actually supposed to keep going up in the garage, park in the roof. THAT's the parking garage entrance level to the library. Aesthetically, I like the library. I like the expanded hours. But some signage and design choices leave me a bit flummoxed. 3.33 stars

My first library to visit in Alexandria. I went to a book sale here and received my first library…read morecard in Virginia & 5 years. I was amazed at the self checkout and the free hiking kits with state park pass to use for free. Most of the books I looked for were checked out or unavailable. Books were priced at $3 but you could purchase a bag of books for $7 after 2 pm. I found a book I was looking for on Irish nationalism and other books. The staff was very pleasant and helpful in assisting me. I noticed most books were new and in good condition in the library. The library was clean, and the new books displayed were impressive. Finding this library was east to drive to, find, and park at despite the busy traffic in the area. Definitely a library I will visit in the future.

This was the first time I had ever been to this library and I must say, it did not disappoint! The…read morelibrary is cozy but the kids section was open and the selection was vast. I came here so I could get some work done and the kids had a ball - reading, using the computer, and playing in the "kitchen". The staff here was so NICE and accommodating. They were really in tune with the kids. We even got invited to a bird demonstration they did from the humane society, and the kids actually paid attention and made me build the bird feeder that we received and learned how to make from the presentation. Definitely adding this one to the library rotation.

I've been here four times…read more First time, I just wanted to get signed up for a library card so that way I would be set if I ever needed anything down the road. Assuming I would not really be back. The second time, I lost internet in my house for a few hours and went there to work on my laptop for work. The third time, I picked up a book that I had reserved online that they had brought over from the other branch. The fourth time I went in to use the computer to print some tax paperwork. Each time the staff members were ready to help and knowledgeable and I'm really glad because I was in a few tight spots there and I felt like the staff was always ready. I'll def be going back to either get books or study.

I stopped by to pick up the CCPL Astronomy Club Kit for tomorrow's online event and decided to…read morestick around to use the print services. The two staff members that I met were super helpful and knowledgeable of the products and services of the facility.‍‍ While I waited, I snapped a few shots of the place. The display cases and décor were amazing, encouraging me to update the family's reading list. Very nice layout and so well organized. There were a few patrons there, mostly children/pre-teens so I didn't take many pictures of the Children's Center area of the library. __ IG: @f.hux I #yelp and I know things. Keep reading... https://linktr.ee/f.hux #foodieHUX #yelpelite #yelpeatsdc #yelpdc

Ms. Walker and Natalia are always so sweet and pleasantly willing to assist. Very helpfulread more

One of my favorite places to take care of business and to complete creative projects! Great and…read moreclean meeting and study rooms. I love the resources and events that they provide for the surrounding community. Librarians are always helpful and pleasant. Summer reading and writing competitions are so fun to engage! Definitely encourage individuals and families to partake! Also, many resources for those in need. Check out photos for more information! (Feb 2025 info)

They have a fantastic library......access to soooo many books, magazines, newspapers!! This is an…read moreamazing resource for people in our area!!!

Recently moved to the area and really enjoyed visiting this library. They have a book sale section…read morewith good pricing and their interior is very modern. The kiosk system is easy to use and it's just a good second space.

Why are they hosting escape room events that can accommodate a single family per session? It's not…read moreworth it.

Very helpful staff getting me what I needed. Children's and young adult sections are goodread more

This is a decent library with a decent selection of literature. It also has a decent amount of…read morespace to study/work and I like the variation in workspaces aligned along the perimeter. The high ceilings and windows make it special. Additionally they have regularly scheduled activities for individuals of all ages, passport services, a decent amount of computers with printing, puzzles, a children's area w/ books and toys and a newspaper/magazine room. Staff is generally pleasant. However, you will need NOISE CANCELLING headphones. There are children screaming and running around, unhoused individuals snoring, elderly people speaking loudly and inconsiderate people also making noise -often on the phone (whether on speakerphone, facetime or zoom calls). If you ask personnel to tell someone to be more quiet, they are prompt though. However, that individual will likely continue once they're gone. It also is problematic how despite this library having a childrens section towards the front, they host events in the back of the library where many are working quietly..... Reservable rooms and more considerate hosting would resolve these issues. I have noticed many of us are students/professionals working/studying intensely and more consideration in preserving a serene environment would make this place more appealing.

Definitely an older building as the other reviews say, but that's not inherently a bad thing if…read moreit's upkept well- which this place is. Really nice and helpful staff.

I really don't want to hate on a library, but... We visited…read morethis branch this past fall while visiting family in La Plata. We had gone to the story time the previous day at the Waldorf branch and compared to that location this La Plata location was meh, at best. It seemed just as small and old on the outside as it looked on the inside. HOWEVER- the story time and craft was fantastic. The staff leading it were incredible with the kids and there was quite the turnout; it seems like a real local favorite. That day was all about the weather since there happened to be a Hurricane heading towards the east coast. Parking was also quite lacking. We had to park in the lot across the way at the bank; I was nervous the whole time that we'd get towed. Luckily we did not.