The Library of Congress announced Thursday it is scheduled to reopen the Thomas Jefferson Building to visitors on July 15.
“We are thrilled to welcome you to the Library of Congress, America’s library – YOUR library,” said Carla Hayden, Librarian of Congress, in a statement. “Visit us and discover new pathways to explore the Thomas Jefferson Building and its exhibitions. We can’t wait to see you again!”
Of course, the library has put a number of health and safety measures in place in order to ensure the health of visitors and staff. In addition to the face mask requirement, each visitor must reserve a timed-entry pass for “safe capacity levels” in the Thomas Jefferson Building, according to the new guidelines.
NEWS: The Library of Congress will re-open its doors to visitors with free but limited timed and ticketed entry three days a week, starting Thursday, July 15. Guests will be able to explore the spectacular Thomas Jefferson Building and several exhibits: https://t.co/jiuuZjHE7W pic.twitter.com/rkzUVEaG4j
— Library of Congress (@librarycongress) June 24, 2021
The free passes that will be brought by guests in digital or printed format will be scanned with a touchless device at the entrance. They will be made available for Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 am – 4 pm, and are valid only for the issued date and time.
Reservations are accepted for up to six people per group. Individuals, household groups or those visiting together are required to maintain a social distance of at least six feet from others.
The library asks potential visitors to take a look at all of the new guidelines under the “Know Before You Go” section on its website in advance of their visit.
To make your timed-entry reservation to visit the Library of Congress, click here.