Alexandria Library

Alexandria Library This is the official page for Alexandria Library in Alexandria, VA. Alexandria's public library since 1937. LL34)

Alexandria Library - Branch Acronyms:
CEN = Beatley Central (5005 Duke St)
BAR = Barrett Branch (717 Queen St)
BUR = Burke Branch (4701 Seminary Rd)
DUN = Duncan Branch (2501 Commonwealth Ave)
LH/SC = Local History/Special Collections (717 Queen St)
LAW = Law Library (520 King St.

It's that time of year again! One fin-tastic winner will receive four tickets to the Baltimore Aquarium! 🐠 To enter, vis...
09/04/2026

It's that time of year again! One fin-tastic winner will receive four tickets to the Baltimore Aquarium! 🐠 To enter, visit the Circulation Desk at Beatley Central Library before September 30. One entry per Alexandria Library cardholder. 🎟️

Coffee, crafts, and conversation! Bring your projects or use supplies from our arts and crafts library to create somethi...
09/03/2026

Coffee, crafts, and conversation! Bring your projects or use supplies from our arts and crafts library to create something new! Coffee, tea, and art supplies provided.

All Alexandria Library branches will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We wish everyone a sa...
09/02/2026

All Alexandria Library branches will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.

Tired of the same old reusable shopping bag and tote collection at home? 🛍️ Looking to offload some extras with sustaina...
09/02/2026

Tired of the same old reusable shopping bag and tote collection at home? 🛍️ Looking to offload some extras with sustainability in mind? ♻️ Bring them into Burke this Saturday and swap with other community members.
Bags should be in good condition and clean. 🧼
Can't make the event but want to donate some extras? Staff will accept bags any day leading up to the event. Drop-in event, no RSVP required.

Join us in celebrating the life and legacy of musician, philanthropist, and lover of books, Dolly Parton, with a screeni...
09/01/2026

Join us in celebrating the life and legacy of musician, philanthropist, and lover of books, Dolly Parton, with a screening of Steel Magnolias on Friday at 2 PM at Burke Branch Library. Or, check out a book from one of our displays at our branches. 🦋

may be over, but we're still having fun at the library! Check out our new craft groups, like Bead Buddies at Beatley, ...
08/31/2026

may be over, but we're still having fun at the library! Check out our new craft groups, like Bead Buddies at Beatley, or join us for a special screening of Steel Magnolias in honor of Dolly Parton! 🦋 Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to see our full calendar and register for events.

Con-cat-ulations again to our winner! 🐈🏆
08/31/2026

Con-cat-ulations again to our winner! 🐈🏆

Our 2026 Duncan Dog, Bodhi, and our first runner-up, Teddy, stopped into Duncan last week to claim their prizes! Just lo...
08/31/2026

Our 2026 Duncan Dog, Bodhi, and our first runner-up, Teddy, stopped into Duncan last week to claim their prizes! Just look at that smile! 🐾

John Adam Wasowicz, author of the Old Town Loves Mysteries series, will join us at Barrett this Saturday at 2 PM to disc...
08/25/2026

John Adam Wasowicz, author of the Old Town Loves Mysteries series, will join us at Barrett this Saturday at 2 PM to discuss his latest book, 'Patriots Circle.' No RSVP required.

may be coming to a close, but we still have plenty of fun going on at the Library! Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to v...
08/24/2026

may be coming to a close, but we still have plenty of fun going on at the Library! Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to view our full schedule and register for events.

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Administration/5005 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA
22304

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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