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Hours for researchers may vary. View Reading Room and Research Center Hours

All buildings are closed to the public on Sundays and Federal Holidays.

Jefferson Building - The Library of Congress Experience

Monday-Saturday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Madison Building

Monday-Friday
8:30am - 9:30pm

Saturday
8:30am - 5:00pm

Adams Building

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
8:30am - 9:30pm

Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
8:30am - 5:00pm

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Last Updated: 12/01/2008

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