Christina B.
1/4/2026
Afternoon Tea: My friend and I enjoyed a classically British afternoon tea in the gorgeous historic Founders Room. We were in awe of the stained glass windows and thick tablecloths. I've had high...
Folger Shakespeare Library
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201 E Capitol St SE
Washington, DC 20003
Folger Shakespeare Library is a research center on Shakespeare. It has a collection of Shakespeare writings, Renaissance books, manuscripts and artworks. It organizes a wide range of scholarly and public programs. It organizes plays, concerts, literary readings, family activities and exhibitions. The center also organizes special programs and activities for students in grades kindergarten through 12, colleges and teachers. It also allows advanced scholars to participate in a variety of the Folger Institute seminars and colloquia. Its major publications include the Shakespeare editions and the journal Shakespeare Quarterly. It is a member of the Independent Research Libraries Association, the National Humanities Alliance and the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington. The center is also an associate member of the American Council of Learned Societies. Folger Shakespeare Library is located in Washington, D.C.
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Stephanie G.
1/17/2026
If you're looking for something a little outside of the Smithsonian's beaten path, this is a great museum with a different vibe. It's free, which is great, and it has the largest printed...
Steve H.
9/30/2025
There's few places more beautiful in DC to sit and wait for your best friend who is always on your last nerve and making things impossibly difficult for no reason and was there before you but...
Mellanie F.
10/29/2025
Had a productive weekend here with my girlies. The pastries and coffee was really good! The only thing is the seating. Highly recommended getting there early to secure a table. The lady managing...
Lissa G.
11/17/2024
Had a lovely time at this wonderfully free monument to "words, words, words." As we were there during a slow time, we did not do the timed-reservation entry and the place was nearly empty, so it...
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