Pandemic Information

  • For the Public Library of Congress Offers Ticketed, Timed Entry for Visitors The Library of Congress has re-opened its doors to visitors with free but limited timed and ticketed entry for a limited number of days and times. Library-sponsored on-site public programs and public tours are not available at this time.
  • For Library Staff The Library of Congress has reopened its doors to researchers and to the public effective July 2021. All Library-sponsored on-site public programs and public tours remain canceled until further notice.
  • For Library Contractors Starting in July 2021, the Library of Congress has reopened to researchers and to the public. Staff are returning on a limited basis.