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Dolley Madison Library

Temporary Hours for All Branch Locations

Express services will be available at all locations:

Monday–Tuesday 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Wednesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Curbside services will continue to be offered Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Book Sales Accepting Credit/Debit Cards

Many Friends of the Library groups continue to provide ongoing book sales in lobbies during Express Services. During the national coin shortage, the library is able to accept only credit/debit payments for fines and fees, donations, and the purchase of materials such as used books.

Learn more about Express Services.

703-356-0770 | TTY: 711

Dolley Madison Library opened its doors to the public on July 9, 2011, after a renovation and expansion. The light-filled, energy efficient building blends into the parkland that surrounds it. Also nearby is the McLean Community Center and the Alden Theatre.

Dolley Madison Library was designed and constructed under the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program (LEED®).

Dolley Madison Library originally opened in 1957 on the site of the old McLean Post Office and moved to its present location in September 1967. Collections include a variety of books and media for all ages, with emphasis on popular fiction and nonfiction.

Branch Contacts

Branch Manager: Mary Prisbrey
Board Trustee Member: Sujatha Hampton - Dranesville District
Volunteer Coordinator: Nevin Albert (find volunteer opportunities at Dolley Madison)
Friends Group President: Becky Fleck

Available Facilities

Access Services: Magnifier, ZoomText, and Large-Print books

Display Case: One display case.

Book Sale: Ongoing

Meeting Areas: - Reservations can be made for regular hours and extended hours.
(Number of chairs limited, call branch to check availability)
Meeting Room: capacity 70
Conference Room : capacity 10
Group Study : capacity 4
Quiet Study Room: Yes

Library-Affiliated Organizations

Friends of the Dolley Madison Library

Branch Services

Internet Access: 18 Internet stations with Microsoft Office plus wireless access is available.

Parking: 134 (for library and McLean Central Park), including 3 accessible spaces

Phone Menu

703-356-0770
1: Hours and location
2: Renew materials and account information
4: Research assistance or to place a hold
9: Repeat the menu

Architect

Bowie Gridley Architects

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