Excellent library. Convenient book reservation policies. Friendly service and accommodating hours.read more

I love this library right in old town. Lots of activities and classes for kids. We absolutely love…read morethe toddler classes. I just don't love that there's no parking lot. Street parking can be difficult to come by.

Phones are not permitted inside the library premises or the building for that matter, which is why…read moreyou won't find any interior photos here. The library is conveniently located downstairs below the courtrooms. For a mere 25 cents (a quarter), you can stow away your phone in the provided locker boxes. Plus, rest assured that a thorough security check reinforces a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors.

This location is in Del Ray right behind the Mount Vernon school. There are a few spots for parking…read morebut chances are you may need to find it on the street. They have baby time on Mondays which was the purpose of the visit. It took place in a large space and was very interactive with bouncing, lifting, and puppets. There is a large kid section with lots of board books here. They also have a large rug area with puzzles and toys which we really enjoyed after the baby time. I really enjoyed my interactions here and plan to return again soon for both baby time and book check out.

A little outdated but overall cozy library. I come here often to get work and homework done…read more There's a fair amount of comfy chairs and tables. They do a lot of children's activities so if you're looking for a super quiet library this is not the place for you. Depending on the time of day parking can be a challenge. They have a small lot but it fills up quickly. There's also a ton of street parking but you may have to walk a block or two.

I don't know why it took me so long to get a library card, but the sign up process was super easy!…read moreYou just download the app on your phone, enter personal information, and have to verify your information in person within 30 days of signing up with an ID. In the mean time, you can browse the extensive catalog, which is shared among the nine libraries across Arlington. I was able to pick up the book I wanted to read within 3 business days of signing up! I'm super excited to discover more books through the library.

Wow - what a very pleasant experience! I haven't been to a public library in years and today, I was…read morein and out in five minutes! I got a library card and checked a book out. Everything was super efficient and the staff member I worked with was very helpful. And three weeks for a book is so generous! Can't wait to come back.

This is a wonderful, beautiful library right up against a busy main street (Duke Street) but the…read moreaccess point is through N Pickett Street and with a huge parking lot nestled among mature trees and plenty of shade. As of May 2024, is heavily under construction and restoration, and areas are clearly taped off. The library is still open for business. The interior is clean, bright lit, huge with tall ceilings, books stocked and neatly organized on shelves, areas for newsletters and flyers, clean bathrooms, a separate kids area, computers for Internet access, a lovely very green courtyard, comfortable arm chairs, and a lot of seating. Anyone who lives, works, owns property, owns a business or attends school in Alexandria is entitled to a free library card and allowed full use of the facilities, plus those who live in Arlington, Charles, District of Columbia, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fauquier, Frederick, Loudoun, Montgomery, Prince George's, and Prince William.

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

A lovely little local library branch! Conveniently located in Virginia Highlands Park, there is a…read morefree parking lot right outside. Also, this library is right by a fenced in playground and a sprayground that is super fun in the summer. A one stop shop! There is a kids section here with some toys for the kids to play and plenty of books. Also, they have crayons and paper available and several kid size tables and even a tiny couch- very cute. There is one designated kids computer as well with headphones! Ms. Karen does the children's programming and hosts a great story time on Thursday mornings from 10:30-11. If you have a little one you should check it out! Stories and songs for kids. Best for the preschool and under crowd. The librarians here are all kind and very helpful. Stop by the front desk for a stamp on your kid's hand! Don't forget about summer reading too. There is a bathroom located in the lobby as well as a vending machine. Highly recommend you check out the Aurora Hills Library if you are in town!

This library closed in March 2020 and never reopened. As of January 2021, there's still been no…read morepublic discussion of reopening it in the future, and the county library system hasn't responded to any of the people in the the local community about when or whether it might reopen someday. The only emails we've received from the county library director have been about her favorite Christmas songs and her pet political causes, so she doesn't seem to know or care that people in the community want access to books. The hours for this closed location should be removed because anyone showing up and expecting to use a library will be disappointed. It's just an abandoned building where the county keeps a large container to drop off glass for recycling. (Arlington discontinued curbside recycling pickup of glass in April 2019, so the abandoned library is being used as one of the dropoff sites. Recyclable glass of any color can be dropped off 24/7 in the dumpster-sized bin.)

I really like this little library! If you're familiar with the area, the new site of this library…read morewill be the open field on Beulah/Silver Lake Blvd, but this review is for the current operation. My kids and I come here a few times a week at least, and they are able to find new books every time. We generally check out about 20 items each time, so this is impressive for a smaller library! I'm not familiar with any sections other than reference (that I needed for school work) and YA fiction, but there seems to be a great variety in all genres. They have a lot of study/quiet areas and quiet rooms, and everyone is respectful of others, giving this place a great atmosphere. They regularly display artwork from the local elementary school, which is cool for the kids to see when they go (especially when their own artwork is featured, haha). And there are lots of monthly events, including activities for kids of all ages like book readings and arts and crafts. Overall, a solid choice in Kingstowne.

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

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.

A neighborhood library who is a little old but still very nice. Surprisingly, the is a fair amount…read moreof space in this one. They have a nice children's section as well as a fairly big computer room. They also have meeting rooms which can hold up to 100 People. However, the best part here at Burke would be the friendly staff, very helpful.

Decent library. It's got a nice parking lot to park in the back. It's a relatively small library…read morecompared to the other ones I have seen in Alexandria and Arlington but it's got a decent collection. I like the small local feel of it. When I went, people took their children for story hour during the summer and that's cute. I like that the system allows you to put books on hold and transport it to whichever library you choose so even though this library did not have the books I want, I was able to get a transport. The staff here are friendly.

I particularly love the Shirlington Branch which is very near me! Love to donate books and good…read moremagazines!

The location is great. The children, during children's hour, are beyond loud. Guess I'll choose a…read moredifferent time to come to the library and do some work. Spacious, lots of computers and work space. I appreciated it. But, don't sit by the large meeting room. Libraries just aren't quiet anymore. Lmao