07/24/1794
The Alexandria Library Company was founded on July 24, 1794, at John Wise's house.
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#1 on Out In Old Town
#1 in Book Stores and Libraries
Phone: (703) 746-1703
Type: Book Store / Library (Historic Library)
Website: https://alexlibraryva.org/
Founded: 1937
Constructed: 1937
Opened At This Address: 1937
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Facts & Trivia
Kate Waller Barrett was born in Stafford County, Virginia on her family's estate, "Clifton". When she died at her home on Duke Street in Alexandria in 1925, the flag over the state capitol flew at half-mast.
Historical Timeline
1794
1937
08/20/1937
Kate Waller Barrett Library was founded
08/20/1937
Kate Waller Barrett Library was built
08/20/1937
Kate Waller Barrett Library opened at 717 Queen
1939
08/21/1939
One of America's first sit-ins took place at Alexandria Library on August 21, 1939.
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Upcoming Events
All We Can Save Circle
1 week from now (07/06)
Saturday, July 06 2024 10:00am - 11:00am
The Barrett Branch is hosting an All We Can Save Circle open to all interested in sincere discussion centered on the climate crisis and for those seekin...
All We Can Save Circle
1 month from now (08/03)
Saturday, August 03 2024 10:00am - 11:00am
The Barrett Branch is hosting an All We Can Save Circle open to all interested in sincere discussion centered on the climate crisis and for those seek...
Z.O.M.S. - Zombie Outbreak Master Strategists
2 weeks from now (07/16)
Tuesday, July 16 2024 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Teens, ages 12-18, will develop an emergency plan for a zombie invasion of Alexandria.
Z.O.M.S. - Zombie Outbreak Master Strategists
1 month from now (08/13)
Tuesday, August 13 2024 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Teens, ages 12-18, will envision how the City can recover and protect against future zombie attacks.
Summer Quest: Outdoor Play Mornings
2 weeks from now (07/18)
Thursday, July 18 2024 11:00am - 11:45am
It's time to play on the lawn outside the Children's Room. Ages 2+
Learn and Play Mahjong
1 week from now (07/11)
Thursday, July 11 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month from 2-4 pm on the second floor. Accommodation is for 12 players so f...
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
3 weeks from now (07/20)
Saturday, July 20 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
3 weeks from now (07/21)
Sunday, July 21 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 13-18.
Learn and Play Mahjong
3 weeks from now (07/25)
Thursday, July 25 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month from 2-4 pm on the second floor. Accommodation is for 12 players so f...
Learn and Play Mahjong
1 month from now (08/08)
Thursday, August 08 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month from 2-4 pm on the second floor. Accommodation is for 12 players so...
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
1 month from now (08/17)
Saturday, August 17 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
1 month from now (08/18)
Sunday, August 18 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 13-18.
Learn and Play Mahjong
1 month from now (08/22)
Thursday, August 22 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month from 2-4 pm on the second floor. Accommodation is for 12 players so...
Modern History of Palestine During the British Mandate
1 week from now (07/09)
Tuesday, July 09 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Please join us for a talk by Dr. Rosemarie M. Esber to learn about Palestine's history following the end of World War I, from 1918-1948.
Summer Quest: Outdoor Play Mornings on the Columbus St Lawn
2 weeks from now (07/18)
Thursday, July 18 2024 11:00am - 11:45am
It's time to play on the lawn outside the Children's Room. Ages 2+
Read, See, Do at Carlyle House
2 days from now (07/01)
Monday, July 01 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stories and other activities at historic Carlyle House in Old Town. (121 N Fairfax Street). Ages 4-8
Baby and Toddler Time
3 days from now (07/02)
Tuesday, July 02 2024 11:00am - 11:30am
Join Miss Lisa for songs, games, movement activities and more fun that's just right for ages 0-23 months
Read, See, Do at Carlyle House
1 week from now (07/08)
Monday, July 08 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stories and other activities at historic Carlyle House in Old Town. (121 N Fairfax Street). Ages 4-8
Summer Quest: Baby & Toddler Time With Kofi Dennis
1 week from now (07/09)
Tuesday, July 09 2024 11:00am - 11:30am
Baby Artsplay Artist Kofi Dennis leads Baby and Toddler Time today!
Bar C Ranch: Animal Adaptations
1 week from now (07/10)
Wednesday, July 10 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm
How do 5 different live animal species survive in the wild? Learn all about their lives in this hands on experience.
Ages 6+
Kaydee Puppets
1 week from now (07/11)
Thursday, July 11 2024 11:00am - 11:35am
Puppet fun for your little ones! Ages 2+
Read, See, Do at Carlyle House
2 weeks from now (07/15)
Monday, July 15 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stories and other activities at historic Carlyle House in Old Town. (121 N Fairfax Street). Ages 4-8
What is the Bottle Deposit System?
2 weeks from now (07/15)
Monday, July 15 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rick Galliher, president of the Virginia Bottle Bill Organization, will give a presentation on how a bottle deposit system works and the benefits to both co...
Baby and Toddler Time
2 weeks from now (07/16)
Tuesday, July 16 2024 11:00am - 11:30am
Join Miss Lisa for songs, games, movement activities and more fun that's just right for ages 0-23 months
Mad Science: Spin, Pop, BOOM!
2 weeks from now (07/17)
Wednesday, July 17 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Science right before your eyes! Ages 6+
Read, See, Do at Carlyle House
3 weeks from now (07/22)
Monday, July 22 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stories and other activities at historic Carlyle House in Old Town. (121 N Fairfax Street). Ages 4-8
Baby and Toddler Time
3 weeks from now (07/23)
Tuesday, July 23 2024 11:00am - 11:30am
Join Miss Lisa for songs, games, movement activities and more fun that's just right for ages 0-23 months
The Magic of Drew Blue Shoes
3 weeks from now (07/24)
Wednesday, July 24 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm
What will Drew have "up his sleeve" today? Magic for ages 6+
Kids Nature Show
3 weeks from now (07/25)
Thursday, July 25 2024 11:00am - 11:30am
Learn about wild animals with Cobra Caroline and her crew of puppets. Ages 2+
Read, See, Do at Carlyle House
1 month from now (07/29)
Monday, July 29 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stories and other activities at historic Carlyle House in Old Town. (121 N Fairfax Street). Ages 4-8
Arts On the Horizon: Rainforest Journey
1 month from now (07/30)
Tuesday, July 30 2024 11:00am - 11:35am
Using props, music, sounds, and movement, we will explore the amazing plants, flowers, insects, and animals found in the rain forest. Recommended for age...
Brixalot Lego
1 month from now (07/31)
Wednesday, July 31 2024 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lego fun with tons of bricks and a different special theme each week.
The Great Zucchini
1 month from now (08/01)
Thursday, August 01 2024 11:00am - 11:45am
Would it be summer without Zucchini? Comic magic for ages 2+
Baby and Toddler Time
1 month from now (08/06)
Tuesday, August 06 2024 11:00am - 11:30am
Join Miss Lisa for songs, games, movement activities and more fun that's just right for ages 0-23 months
Brixalot Lego
1 month from now (08/07)
Wednesday, August 07 2024 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lego fun with tons of bricks and a different special theme each week.
Oh, Susannah!
1 month from now (08/08)
Thursday, August 08 2024 11:00am - 11:45am
Sing along with Susannah! Ages 0-5
Summer Quest: Baby & Toddler Time With Kofi Dennis
1 month from now (08/13)
Tuesday, August 13 2024 11:00am - 11:30am
Baby Artsplay Artist Kofi Dennis leads Baby and Toddler Time today!
Brixalot Lego
1 month from now (08/14)
Wednesday, August 14 2024 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lego fun with tons of bricks and a different special theme each week.
Rainbow Puppets: Beautiful Tales
1 month from now (08/15)
Thursday, August 15 2024 11:00am - 11:40am
Experience classic fairy tales in a
new way. (Ages 0-5)
Incorporating Native Plants for Biodiversity
4 weeks from now (07/27)
Saturday, July 27 2024 11:00am - 12:30pm
Janet Entwistle will give a seminar on practical ways to enhance our local ecosystem through planting native plants and following supportive maintenance...
