If you're a Maryland resident, you're able to get a free DC library card to access any of their…read morepublic libraries! Located in a quieter part of town right off MacArthur Blvd NW with a large parking lot in the back, Palisades Neighborhood Library is one of the smaller ones with a limited selection of books. They have quiet individual study rooms in the rear and plenty of comfortable seating. It's ideal if you want quiet time and avoid being disturbed by noise and people. I found the two nonfiction books I was looking for and a third, so I achieved my needs. I'd be back!

I really enjoy this place. I picked up my book on reserve and it was super easy. Plenty of space to…read moreget work down and kind of a hidden gem to be honest. I love spending time and read. Check is super easy and the people behind the desk are super helpful. Dis you know you can also rent digital audio books and you can access them thru their app? Just a vibe here when the sun comes in during the am.

Book selection - Very small graphic novel collection, only two rows and missing key series like…read moreOutcast. Decent fiction collection but very limited nonfiction. Amenities - None of the outlets for the desks work, and the molding on them prevents most stuff being plugged in anyway. I had to crawl under the table and remove the desk plus and use the floor plugs directly. Setting - Terrible, the staff do nothing to enforce a good library setting conducive to reading and studying. It's always incredibly loud, lots of screaming kids, and just obnoxious people talking full volume, laughing out loud, or big meeting groups humming around. They let homeless people sleep and malinger around all over the place and it STINKS. Cleanliness - Disgusting, the floors and surfaces are always very dirty and the bathrooms are third world. Shit smeared everywhere, USED TP all over the place, broken soap dispensers off the walls never replaced, never any paper towels, etc. I also witnessed a homeless guy doing drugs off the sink. Comfort - Need more comfy seating. Only a few soft seats and none with feet support or reclining. Most of the chairs are very hard and the desks/tables are set too low. Staff - Seems overall to be friendly but very aloof.

Arlington Pulblic Library is well organized, quite large with plenty of quiet places to read and…read morestudy. They have computers that are free to use. Plenty of parking available. Plenty of books, videos, etc available as well. Helpful and friendly staff to assist you.

I love old worldly charm libraries. This is one of them. My friend Shazia and I got a bit lost…read moretrying to find Dumbarton Oaks and decided to step inside here. In us being lost, we found this gem. If I lived in DC this would be my go to library. The librarians are nice and helpful. I have seen other libraries where they do not even want to help you try to find a book. Here they were giving us directions plus providing us information of this library. I really like the way the library is set up. It would be a good place to read, research and study etc. They have cute stairs to lead to the second floor however we didn't get to go there. They only have parallel street parking however, being two hours people were moving their cars etc and we were able to find parking for it being a Saturday. If you are looking for a good place to read or just do your work in peace, this is the place.~

Georgetown Public Library is one of the best libraries in Washington, D.C. First of all, it's on…read moreBook Hill overlooking Georgetown (and Rosslyn's skyline across the Potomac River) in a beautiful, regal brick building. It's several levels full of books, magazines, and reading rooms. The basement has a large kids section with programming for kids- story time, art time, etc. The staff are friendly and the library is clean!

This library is pretty close to our house so I stop by to pick up holds and kids books pretty…read moreoften. the librarians are friendly and has parking at the top of the hill. One problem I've been experiencing frequently is that almost 50% of the time when I'm returning more than 5 books to the counter, at least 1 book will get marked as not returned even though I did return it. It's just a bit inconvenient to have to call the library to report that. they ll do a search and have always fount it eventually. The only other library I normally go to is central and this has only happened once at central.

Nostalgia review here: I used to come here on Wednesdays in the late '80s for story hour and…read morecrafts. I brought home many a craft, including a bubble blower made of a Styrofoam cup, washcloth, rubber band, straw and Palmolive. My little brother drank it by accident. Thank goodness he didn't eat the construction paper pig I made! We also had summer reading challenges on which we dutifully recorded the books we read on a poster and turned the poster in at the end of the summer for Pizza Hut coupons. Now, my favorite haunt is the Central Library when I'm back to visit...it's more spacious, has more parking and has more resources, but Cherrydale always holds a special place in my heart.

Most everyone in my office is off today due to the holiday, so I mad a plan to visit this museum…read more I also wanted to see the adjoining garden, but it doesn't open until much later in the afternoon. They have quite a few notable collections that I liked. The Byzantine Collection featured different artwork from the fifteenth cwntury. There were also several large sculptures that originated from the Byzantium empire which is known as Istanbul today. According to their information, the museum is continuously acquiring different works if art from this time period. There were also some pretty cool grave markers dating back to the 11th century. The museum is sort of hidden off of the main avenue in Georgetown so you will probably need to search for it. It is also free and open most days to the general public.

I purposely visited recently (winter season) because entrance to the gardens is free, otherwise…read moreit's $15. The gardens are interesting even in the cold months. The couple most closely associated with this Georgetown estate, Mildred and Robert Bliss, clearly loved and thought deeply about this parcel of land when they owned it (1920/30's). Their efforts to preserve and share the space with the public are to be commended. It must have been quite something in its heyday. There's a lot of research that's supported here, as well as other activities. The website explains all that. It's a low-key sightseeing spot; quiet, contemplative.

This is a great library right in the heart of Westover. Very clean and very bustling, even on…read moreweekday afternoons, especially in the summer. Super family friendly without being very noisy. (I often see elementary and middle school aged kids here, whereas the Ballston branch skews slightly younger.) It's close to a ton of nice restaurants and shops, as well as a post office. The neighborhood is extremely walkable, so it's a great place to spend an afternoon. I'm a big fan of the Arlington public library system and its holdings. It's always a good day to stop by and support your local library!

Neat little library. I am a fan of the aesthetics and design…read more If memory recalls, I stopped by here briefly on my way back, coming from an ice cream spot in Arlington. I liked the layout of the library, but the only thing that throws me off that "urban" vibe I get, same as from the City of Fairfax library. I can't put my finger on it. I would have liked to see more greeneries and windows with pleasing views I guess. Overall, cool spot. I like that it has study areas and computer stations. Not too shabby at all.

Walked around the campus on a beautiful spring day. It's stunning. It is a little sad to see that…read moresome parts of campus have been a bit neglected. Smaller old buildings should be up kept too. Sometimes older is nicer. I can see they are doing a lot of work on the campus and that they want it to look nice though!

Amazing University…read more The grounds are beautiful with lots of open space. Buildings must be 150 plus year old and revamped on the inside. It's amazing when places in the US keep old buildings like they do in much of the rest of the world instead of ripping them down and rebuilding. Interesting face ... there is a graveyard on site in the school. There is a sign that says, lifelong supporters. I have not spent a lot of time here but it's amazing to walk and run through with lots of history to check out. I think this is a law-only school.

Cute little library, great for kids! I think this is one of the smallest libraries I have ever been…read moretoo, but my kids had a great time during their STEAM class. They have a variety of toys to play with for different ages and interests. The children area is nicely decorated and welcoming. They had a nice selection of kid books but my kids were definitely more interested in the variety of toys. Lots of board games, toys and even American girl dolls to check out. Street parking or parking garage nearby.

To Whom It May Concern,…read more Two days ago, I witnessed a deeply troubling interaction at your library. A woman who runs a nonprofit dedicated to protecting children was speaking with a male librarian about the rise of child trafficking in the area. She shared that her own child had been a victim and was offering valuable insight into red flags and warning signs that staff should be aware of. Instead of listening or showing concern, the librarian quickly dismissed her, stating that "the library is not the place to discuss these things." I was stunned. This kind of response is not only dismissive it's dangerous. Libraries are public spaces where vulnerable children often seek refuge. Ignoring discussions about child safety enables predators to operate unchecked and contributes to a culture of silence that allows government and institutional abuse to go unchallenged. Silencing those who speak up is exactly how this system continues to harm children. Your staff need better training. Here's what libraries can and must do: Ensure all staff are trained under mandatory reporter laws. Actively monitor high-risk areas and public internet use to prevent exploitation. Partner with local child protection nonprofits and law enforcement to build awareness and intervention protocols. Please take this seriously. Lives depend on it.

The brutalist architecture of the library reflects the…read moresocial upheaval at the time of it's opening. That was April 6, 1970, two years after MLK and JFK were assassinated. The Vietnam War was in full bloom. The library was named after Hoya alumnus and Chime member killed in that war. Many students on campus had the military draft hanging over their heads. Modern crises meets Flemish Romanesque Healy Hall. By the way, the stairwell mural is genius (see photos). Fast forward fifty years later, future leaders face similar historic challenges. Bill Clinton, Bradley Cooper and Paul Manafort alumni stories are legendary. Danger is an opportunity to be courageous. Answers can be found in the most unusual places. Hoya Saxa.

This is a good place to study as well, but the midnight mug level can be very loud during exam…read moreweek. I prefer studying here on the main campus as opposed to the DML.