Library Branch Info:

CONTACT INFORMATION: —Open 6 Days (hours vary)—
703-451-8055 TTY 711
7250 Commerce Street
Springfield VA 22150-3499
Rebecca LaPlante
Branch Manager

Department Resources

Richard Byrd Library

 

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Richard Byrd Library

Community Branch Hours:
Community branch hours are: Monday - Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Wednesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

703-451-8055 | TTY: 711

The Richard Byrd Library originally began as a storefront in 1958. The building at the current location opened in March 1965 and was completely renovated in 2010. The library received certification with a Gold rating under the Leadership Energy Environmental Design (LEED) program, sponsored by the U.S. Green Building Council. A distinctive feature of the new library is our weathervane, an accurate replica of the airplane flown by Admiral Byrd during his exploration of Antarctica and his flight over the South Pole.

We offer free Internet access, programs for children and adults, and meeting space for the Springfield community. The library has books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, and recorded books. Reflecting the diversity of our community, we provide materials for learning English and a World Language collection for all ages.

Richard Byrd Library Events

Your Richard Byrd Library staff is committed to providing programs and events that appeal to all members of our community.

 

Richard Byrd Events

Branch Contacts

Branch Manager: Rebecca LaPlante
Board Trustee Member: Mr. Keith Foxx - Franconia District
Volunteer Coordinator: Javaria Waheed (find volunteer opportunities at Richard Byrd)
Friends Group President: Judy Perry

Available Facilities

Access Services: ZoomText

Display Cases: One

Book Sale: Ongoing; Two large book sales per year.

Meeting Areas:

Reservations can be made for regular hours and extended hours.
(Number of chairs limited, call branch to check availability)
Meeting Room: capacity 75
Conference Room: 10
Group Study: capacity 4
Quiet Study Room: Yes

Branch Services

Internet Access: 21 Internet stations with Microsoft Office plus wireless access is available.

Parking: 100 parking spaces, 5 accessible spaces, 3 of which are van-accessible.

Languages Spoken:
Languages spoken by staff at our branch include: French, Hindi, and Urdu.
Please call to find out when a speaker of a specific language may be available to help.

Public Transportation

Metrobus Routes 18J, 18G, and 18P. For further information, see the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority site.

Fairfax Connector Routes 310, 321 and 322.

Phone Menu

703-451-8055
1: Hours and location
2: Account information, including renewals, lost items, and curbside service
4: Items on hold, library programs, and meeting rooms
9: Repeat the menu

Library-Affiliated Organizations

Friends of the Richard Byrd Library

 
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