Plan Your Visit

photograph of Library of Virginia lobby with central staircase and library shelving

  • Hours
  • Holidays & Planned Closings
  • Directions & Parking
Lobby & Exhibition GalleryMonday–Saturday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Reading RoomsTuesday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Select Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Closed Mondays
Archives Research RoomTuesday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Select Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Closed 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Special Collections Reading Roomby appointment
Saturday Research HoursSelect Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

2025 dates: July 12 & 26, Aug. 9 & 23, Sept. 13 & 27, Oct. 4 & 25, Nov. 8 & 22, Dec. 6 & 20
Virginia ShopTuesday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Whisk BakeryMonday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
View upcoming hours
Friday, July 4, 2025Closed
Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025–Monday, Sept. 1, 2025Closed
Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025Closed for an event
Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025–Monday, Oct. 13, 2025Closed
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025Closed
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025Closed
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025Closing at 12 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 27–Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025Closed
Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025Closing at 12 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 25–Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025Closed

Directions

800 East Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219-8000


View Larger Map

Parking

We offer limited free parking to visitors using the building during operating hours. Parking validations are given in the lobby when leaving the library.

The parking deck is located underneath the library building. Entrances are located on 8th and 9th Streets, near the intersection with Marshall Street.

Please note that the parking deck has a height restriction of 7 feet.

Transit

Planning to do research?

We want your visit to be successful. Learn how to prepare for your research experience and what to expect when you arrive.

Research With Us

For Visitors

Exhibitions

Learn about current and upcoming exhibitions.

View Exhibitions

Whisk

Located in our first floor, Whisk offers a full coffee, espresso, and smoothie menu along with soups, salads, sandwiches, and baked goods. 

View Menu

Virginia Shop

The Virginia Shop offers books and gifts for Virginia history lovers.

Virginia Shop Website
filler

Events

Browse upcoming talks, workshops, & more.

View Events

Facilities Rentals

We are pleased to offer rental spaces for non-library organizations, including state government agencies, at competitive rates.

Facilities Rentals

Visitor Services & Policies

  • (Change into details block)
  • Computers
    • General use computers are available in our reading rooms on a first-come, first-served basis, without time limits. These computers do not provide access to email, social media, or streaming video.
    • Email access stations, located by the Circulation Desk, provide access to email for up to 30 minutes per day.
    • All computers include Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. A computer with JAWS screen reader software is available for users with visual impairment.
    • View Internet Access Policy
  • Copies, Prints, & Scans
    • We offer printing, copying, and scanning services during reading room hours.
    • A Library of Virginia card is required to print or copy. Our payment kiosks accept bills or credit/debit cards, and they do not give change.
    • A USB flash drive is required to scan.
    • Please note that we do not offer wireless printing, fax, or notary services.
    • Fees
    • Book scanner: free of charge (black & white or color)
    • Computer prints: $0.25/page (black & white)
    • Self-service photocopies: $0.25/page (black & white)
    • Microfilm and Archives Research Room copies/prints: $0.50/page (black & white)
  • Dining
    • Whisk, our on-site cafe, is open Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. For more dining options, see VisitRichmondVA.com.
  • Photography & Videography
  • Before taking photos or videos in our building, please review our photography & videography policy.
  • Meeting and Study Spaces
    • Our public spaces are available for quiet study. Small groups are welcome to gather in our lobby. We do not have dedicated study rooms.
    • Spaces for meetings and events are available non-library organizations, including state government agencies, at competitive rates. Learn more on our Facilities Rentals page.
  • Rules of Conduct
  • Tours and Group Visits
    • ****insert text
  • WiFi