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Join us for a special private tour of the exterior architecture of the eastern end of the National Mall, culminating in a guided tour of the interior of Library of Congress.
Imagine you had access to the world's largest library. Imagine what treasures lie in archives of hundreds of millions of books, manuscripts, audio recordings, films, sheet music and recordings, and maps dating back to the time of the Aztecs. But you don't have to imagine-it's all right here in DC at the Library of Congress!
Started from Thomas Jefferson's personal collection of books accumulated over his lifetime on philosophy, science, and literature, the Library of Congress has long been go-to resource for the most powerful lawmakers in America, and its doors are open to you. The library houses 144 million items, including the largest rare book collection in North America. But it is more than just a library! The Library of Congress is also a concert venue with recorded sound collections spanning jazz, American theater, folk, ethnic, and pop.
The library has commissioned hundreds of original musical works, including the Aaron Copland's masterpiece "Appalachian Spring."
Our walking tour begins with the exterior architecture of the Union Station, Supreme Court, and culminates in an interior tour of the Library of Congress. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the mysteries hidden in the stacks at the America's premier house of knowledge!
Please reserve your tickets early, as capacity is limited.
The Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution and serves as the research arm of Congress. It is also the largest library in the world, with millions of books, recordings, photographs, maps and manuscripts in its collections.
Today's Library of Congress is an unparalleled world resource. The collection of nearly 142 million items includes more than 32 million cataloged books and other print materials in 470 languages; more than 62 million manuscripts; the largest rare book collection in North America; and the world's largest collection of legal materials, films, maps, sheet music and sound recordings.
12:00 PM Meet at Godiva Chocolatier at Union Station, Main Hall, Street Level
:: Walking Tour
:: Arrive at Library of Congress for security check
:: Guided tour of the Library of Congress
We will be meeting at the Godiva shop promptly at the time stated, and leaving Union Station 10 minutes afterwards -- sharp! Kindly note that it is your responsibility to arrive at the designated meeting location on time. We are unable to issue refunds if you arrive late and are unable to locate the group.
If you have trouble locating the group, please call (301) 828-5258.
Tickets and Registration
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Tickets are only $19 for a limited time and $25 afterwards. Please reserve your tickets soon as the event is expected to sell out in advance. |
Please note that all online ticket sales are final. We are unable to offer cancelations or refunds on line ticket purchases.
Godiva Chocolatier, Union Station, Main Hall, Street Level
50 Massachusetts Avenue, N.E. Washington, DC 20002
Please note, we will NOT be meeting at the Library of Congress! Instead, we will be meeting inside Union Station on the street level in the Main Hall, at the Godiva shop at the designated time. We will proceed as a group for the Library of Congress and it is your responsibility to arrive at the designated meeting location on time.
Kindly note that if you arrive later, or at a different location, and are not able to locate us, we cannot offer you a refund. We appreciate your cooperation so we can present you with an informative and insightful tour!
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