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o-link" href="#admission"><span class="c-construkt-anchors__text">Admission </span><i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i></a> </div> <div class="c-construkt-anchors__anchor-container"> <a class="c-construkt-anchors__anchor o-link" href="#building-entrances"><span class="c-construkt-anchors__text">Building entrances </span><i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i></a> </div> <div class="c-construkt-anchors__anchor-container"> <a class="c-construkt-anchors__anchor o-link" href="#getting-here"><span class="c-construkt-anchors__text">Getting here </span><i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i></a> </div> <div class="c-construkt-anchors__anchor-container"> <a class="c-construkt-anchors__anchor o-link" href="#faq"><span class="c-construkt-anchors__text">FAQ </span><i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i></a> </div> </nav> </div> </section> <section class="c-container u-transparent-bg c-container--1200 c-container--center c-container--vertical-middle"> <div class="c-container__anchor" id="hours"></div> <div class="c-container__wrap"> <div class="c-container__inner"> <div class="c-container__blocks"> <div class="o-grid o-grid--large" data-item-count="2"> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/2@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-text-area c-col--has-bg-color u-warm-white-bg"> <div class="c-content"> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">HOURS</h3> <h4 class="c-col__heading-4">Galleries and Great Hall</h4> <p><em>Exhibitions, café, and gift shop</em></p> <p>Sundays: 11am – 6pm*<br /> Mondays: Closed<br /> Tuesday and Wednesday: 11am – 6pm*<br /> Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 11am – 9pm</p> <p><em>*Extended evening hours on performance days.</em></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/2@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-text-area u-transparent-bg"> <div class="c-content"> <h4 class="c-col__heading-4"><strong>Reading Room</strong></h4> <p><a class="c-link c-link--cta" href="https://www.folger.edu/research/use-the-library/">Hours and how to use the library</a></p> <h4 class="c-col__heading-4">Quill & Crumb: Now open!<em><br /> </em></h4> <p>Please note that our café closes a half hour before the rest of the building. However, when there is an evening performance, Quill & Crumb will be open through intermission.</p> <p><a class="c-link c-link--cta" href="https://www.folger.edu/visit/folger-cafe-quill-crumb/">About the café</a></p> <p><em>The Folger is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.</em></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="c-container u-transparent-bg c-container--1200 c-container--center c-container--vertical-top"> <div class="c-container__anchor" id="admission"></div> <div class="c-container__wrap"> <div class="c-container__inner"> <div class="c-container__blocks"> <div class="o-grid o-grid--large" data-item-count="2"> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/3@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-text-area u-transparent-bg"> <div class="c-content"> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">ADMISSION</h3> <p>It is free to visit the Folger, and we welcome walk-in visitors as building capacity allows.</p> <p>However, we recommend that you reserve a <strong>pay-what-you-will timed-entry pass</strong>, with a suggested donation starting at $15.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="o-grid__cell u-2/3@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-text-area c-col--has-bg-color u-warm-white-bg"> <div class="c-content"> <h4 class="c-col__heading-4">Reserving timed-entry passes</h4> <p>Passes are now available to reserve online.</p> <p><a class="c-btn" href="https://events.folger.edu/8531">Book now</a></p> <p>Or, browse our calendar for another day you’d like to visit. When you find the date you want, click “Book Now” to reserve your pass. <a class="c-link c-link--cta" href="https://www.folger.edu/calendar/?month=2024-07">Calendar</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="c-container u-transparent-bg c-container--1200 c-container--center c-container--vertical-top"> <div class="c-container__anchor" id="admission-faq"></div> <div class="c-container__wrap"> <div class="c-container__inner"> <div class="c-container__blocks"> <div class="o-grid o-grid--large" data-item-count="1"> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/1@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-accordion u-transparent-bg"> <div class="c-col-accordion__title c-content"> <h4 class="c-col__heading-4">Frequently asked questions</h4> </div> <div class="js-accordion" data-accordion-prefix-classes="c"> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Why is the Folger using timed-entry passes, and why should I reserve one? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>The Folger is utilizing timed-entry passes to ensure the best possible experience in our new exhibition halls. While walk-in visitors are always welcome, only timed-entry pass holders are guaranteed entry into the exhibition halls at the time of their choosing.</p> <p>Timed-entry pass holders are also offered expedited entry into the building on days when the Folger is experiencing a high volume of visitors. Timed-entry pass holders always skip the line!</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Do I need to pay for a timed-entry pass? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>A $15 donation per person is recommended when visiting the Folger. Donations can be made during the reservation process for timed-entry passes or at the welcome desks in the Folger’s east and west entrance lobbies.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> What does my donation go toward? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Donations support the work the Folger does across the organization, from displaying First Folios and rare books in our exhibition halls to creating family activities and hands-on workshops to conserving all the objects in our collection. Your donation enables us to create special experiences for all our audiences and make the Folger accessible for future visitors.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Do I need a timed-entry pass if I’m just visiting the café, shop, or Reading Room? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Timed-entry passes are not required to visit <a href="https://www.folger.edu/visit/folger-cafe-quill-crumb/">Quill & Crumb</a> or the Folger Shop. They are also not required for researchers working in the Reading Room.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Do I need a timed-entry pass if I already have a ticket for a Folger event? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Theater patrons and program participants may access the exhibition galleries before and after the program they are attending. Your program ticket serves as access to the exhibition halls in lieu of a timed-entry pass.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> How far in advance do timed-entry passes become available? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Timed-entry passes may be booked up to three months in advance. At the end of each month, passes for three months out are added to our website and at the welcome desks.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Do I need to reserve a timed-entry pass if I'm a Folger Member? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>We encourage Folger Members to reserve timed-entry passes, but members are always welcome in our galleries—even when we are experiencing crowds! Members skip to the beginning of the line. Save time and make the most of all your visits to the Folger with a membership.</p> <p><a class="c-btn" href="https://www.folger.edu/join-support/become-a-member/">Become a member</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="c-container u-transparent-bg c-container--1200 c-container--center c-container--vertical-top"> <div class="c-container__anchor" id="building-entrances"></div> <div class="c-container__wrap"> <div class="c-container__inner"> <div class="c-container__head"> <div class="c-container-head__content"> <div class="c-content"> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">New public entrances</h3> <p>Both our east and west entrances are open to the public. Follow the sloping walkways down through the gardens to enter the new Adams Pavilion.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="c-container__blocks"> <div class="o-grid o-grid--large" data-item-count="2"> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/2@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-card u-transparent-bg c-col-card--normal "> <div class="c-col-card__main"> <figure class="c-col-card__fig"> <img src="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-108-repro-sm.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024" data-srcset="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-108-repro-sm.jpg?fit=300%2C300 300w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-108-repro-sm.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024 1024w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-108-repro-sm.jpg?fit=10%2C10 10w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-108-repro-sm.jpg?fit=50%2C50 50w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-108-repro-sm.jpg?fit=100%2C100 100w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-108-repro-sm.jpg?fit=200%2C200 200w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-108-repro-sm.jpg?fit=500%2C500 500w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-108-repro-sm.jpg?fit=1000%2C1000 1000w" data-sizes="auto" class="lazyload" alt="a ramp leading down through gardens to the Folger building east entrance, on a sunny day with the US Capitol in the background" title="Folger east entrance" width=1080 height=720 /> </figure> <div class="c-col-card__content"> <div class="c-col-card__content-scrim c-col c-col-card u-transparent-bg c-col-card--normal"></div> <div class="c-col-card__details"> <div class="c-content"> <h3 class="c-col-card__title"><span>East entrance</span></h3> <p>located at the corner of East Capitol Street and 3rd Street SE</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/2@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-card u-transparent-bg c-col-card--normal "> <div class="c-col-card__main"> <figure class="c-col-card__fig"> <img src="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-098-sm.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024" data-srcset="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-098-sm.jpg?fit=300%2C300 300w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-098-sm.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024 1024w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-098-sm.jpg?fit=10%2C10 10w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-098-sm.jpg?fit=50%2C50 50w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-098-sm.jpg?fit=100%2C100 100w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-098-sm.jpg?fit=200%2C200 200w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-098-sm.jpg?fit=500%2C500 500w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/04/Folger-renovation-4-24-2024-098-sm.jpg?fit=1000%2C1000 1000w" data-sizes="auto" class="lazyload" alt="a ramp leading down through green gardens and past the Puck fountain to the Folger building west entrance, on a sunny day" title="Folger west entrance" width=1080 height=720 /> </figure> <div class="c-col-card__content"> <div class="c-col-card__content-scrim c-col c-col-card u-transparent-bg c-col-card--normal"></div> <div class="c-col-card__details"> <div class="c-content"> <h3 class="c-col-card__title"><span>West entrance</span></h3> <p>located at the corner of East Capitol Street and 2nd Street SE</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="c-container u-transparent-bg c-container--has-bg-image c-container--1200 c-container--center c-container--vertical-top"> <div class="c-container__wrap"> <div class="c-container__inner"> <div class="c-container__blocks"> <div class="o-grid o-grid--large" data-item-count="1"> <div class="o-grid__cell u-3/5@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-text-area c-col--has-bg-color u-white-bg"> <div class="c-content"> <h2 class="c-col__heading-2">Find us on Capitol Hill</h2> <p>The Folger Shakespeare Library is located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC. Our building is one block away from the <strong>US Capitol</strong>, next to the <strong>Library of Congress</strong> (Thomas Jefferson and John Adams buildings), and diagonally adjacent to the <strong>Supreme Court</strong>.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="c-container__bg"> <img src="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2022/12/folger-capitol-night-view-background.jpg?resize=20%2C10&gravity" data-sizes="auto" data-srcset="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2022/12/folger-capitol-night-view-background.jpg?resize=20%2C10&gravity 20w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2022/12/folger-capitol-night-view-background.jpg?resize=300%2C150&gravity 300w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2022/12/folger-capitol-night-view-background.jpg?resize=600%2C300&gravity 600w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2022/12/folger-capitol-night-view-background.jpg?resize=1000%2C500&gravity 1000w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2022/12/folger-capitol-night-view-background.jpg?resize=1600%2C800&gravity 1600w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2022/12/folger-capitol-night-view-background.jpg?resize=2000%2C1000&gravity 2000w" class="lazyload" alt="Night view of the Folger Shakespeare Library with the U.S. Capitol building in the background" width=200 height=100 /> </div> </section> <section class="c-container u-transparent-bg c-container--1200 c-container--left c-container--vertical-top"> <div class="c-container__anchor" id="getting-here"></div> <div class="c-container__wrap"> <div class="c-container__inner"> <div class="c-container__blocks"> <div class="o-grid o-grid--large" data-item-count="2"> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/2@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-accordion u-transparent-bg"> <div class="c-col-accordion__title c-content"> <h2 class="c-col__heading-2">Getting here</h2> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Address</h3> <p>201 East Capitol Street, SE<br /> Washington, DC 20003</p> <p><em>Both the west and east entrances are open, but if you’re attending an event in our theater, please use the east entrance at the corner of East Capitol Street and 3rd Street, SE. </em></p> </div> <div class="js-accordion" data-accordion-prefix-classes="c"> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Metrorail <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Orange, Blue, and Silver Lines (4 blocks)</h3> <p>Take Metro’s Orange, Blue, or Silver Line to the Capitol South stop. Exit the Metro and walk up the hill on First Street SE, crossing C Street, SE and Independence Avenue. Take a right on East Capitol Street and walk two blocks. The Folger is on the right, and the entrance to the theater is at the southwest corner of East Capitol Street and 3rd Street.</p> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Red Line (8 blocks)</h3> <p>Take Metro’s Red Line to the Union Station stop. From Union Station, walk south on First Street NE, toward the US Capitol for about five blocks. Turn left on East Capitol Street. Walk two blocks on East Capitol Street and then cross to the opposite sidewalk. The entrance to the theater is at the southwest corner of East Capitol Street and 3rd Street.</p> <p>For more on the DC metro system, <a href="https://www.wmata.com/">get maps and route planning assistance</a> on the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) website.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Bus <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Metrobus</h3> <p>Several Metrobus routes include bus stops within walking distance of the Folger, including 32, 36, 96, D6, and X8.</p> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">DC Circulator</h3> <p>The Congress Heights – Union Station route includes a stop at 8th Street and East Capitol Street, a five-block walk to the Folger.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Biking <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Bike rack</h3> <p>A bike rack is located on the Folger grounds near the southeast corner of East Capitol St and 2nd Street.</p> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Nearby Capital Bikeshare stations</h3> <ul> <li>4th St and East Capitol Street, NE</li> <li>3rd St and Pennsylvania Avenue, SE</li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Parking <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <div class="c-boxout--red"> <p>The Folger does not have a visitor parking lot, and only limited street parking is available in the surrounding area. We recommend taking public transportation when attending events.</p> </div> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Street parking</h3> <p>The parking meters closest to the Folger have a 2-hour limit and are enforced until 10 pm Monday through Saturday. Limited unmetered street parking is available on residential streets near the Folger. Please read the parking signs carefully if parking in an unmetered area. Allow ample time to find a parking space.</p> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Paid parking nearby</h3> <p>On weekdays, paid parking may be available at the National Capital Bank on Pennsylvania Avenue, near 3rd Street. Paid parking is also available at Union Station, a short taxi ride from the Folger.</p> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Accessible parking</h3> <p>While there is no designated accessible parking at the Folger, there are accessible red-metered spaces on East Capitol St between 2nd and 3rd Streets SE. The Folger does not manage these spots and cannot guarantee their availability.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/2@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-text-area u-transparent-bg"> <div class="c-content"> <p><iframe loading="lazy" style="border: 0;" src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d12422.067201859689!2d-77.0027563!3d38.8892957!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x89b7b82ee3c52dcd%3A0x71e5b5ff42284ef4!2sFolger%20Shakespeare%20Library!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1714586441625!5m2!1sen!2sus" width="600" height="450" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="c-container u-transparent-bg c-container--1200 c-container--left c-container--vertical-middle"> <div class="c-container__anchor" id="faq"></div> <div class="c-container__wrap"> <div class="c-container__inner"> <div class="c-container__blocks"> <div class="o-grid o-grid--large" data-item-count="3"> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/1@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-accordion u-transparent-bg"> <div class="c-col-accordion__title c-content"> <h2 class="c-col__heading-2">Frequently asked questions</h2> <p>Do you have a question about timed-entry passes? See our dedicated FAQ in the <a href="#admission">Admission section</a> of this page.</p> </div> <div class="js-accordion" data-accordion-prefix-classes="c"> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Where can I eat or drink? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">Inside the Folger</h3> <p>Our new café, <a href="https://www.folger.edu/visit/folger-cafe-quill-crumb/">Quill & Crumb</a>, is located in the Great Hall. Enjoy lunch, baked goods, and snacks alongside coffee and tea service during the day, and light bites and drinks in the evening. Water bottles can be filled at stations throughout the building.</p> <h3 class="c-col__heading-3">On Folger grounds</h3> <p>We are picnic friendly! Outside food and drink is welcome in the gardens, on the lawns, and on the plinth on East Capital Street. Alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited in these areas by the DC government.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> I'd like to bring a group. What should I do? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>For groups of 8 or more, please contact the Box Office at 202-544-7077 between noon and 5pm daily to speak with a helpful Visitor Services associate. For more information, please see our <a href="https://www.folger.edu/tickets/group-sales/">Group Sales</a> page.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Is there free wifi? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Yes, wifi is free and available to the public inside the Folger.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Is flash photography allowed? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Photographs in the exhibition galleries and Reading Room are allowed <strong>without flash</strong>.</p> <p>Photography and video are <strong>strictly prohibited</strong> during performances in the theater.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Where do I enter the building? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Visitors to the Folger before the renovation may remember entering the building through doors on the front of the building. These are no longer used as public entrances. Instead, use the new entrances on the east and west sides of the building. Follow the paths that lead through the gardens, down the sloping walkways, and into the newly constructed wing below street level. After you enter the lobbies, stairs or an elevator will then take you up to the theater lobby or the Great Hall.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Is there a coat check? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Yes, our complimentary coat checks are available in the east lobby and the west lobby. Visitors are permitted to wear backpacks in the building, but we may ask that larger items to left at the coat check. We want you to be comfortable while in our building, and we’re happy to hold onto your belongings while you are with us.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Will I need to go through a security check? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Gallery and building tour visitors will not go through a security check. Anyone visiting the Reading Room may have items inspected upon departure. The following are prohibited:</p> <ul> <li>Guns</li> <li>Knives, pen knives, scissors, aerosol cans, tools, etc.</li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Are animals allowed? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Service animals are welcome inside our building, but no other animals are allowed. Pets are allowed in the gardens and on the lawns as long as they are leashed and owners pick up after their pets.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Is there a lactation room? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>We do have space available. Please inquire at the Visitor Experience desks in the lobbies for directions.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Are there changing tables in the bathrooms? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Yes, we have family bathrooms with a changing table available.</p> </div> </div> <div class="js-accordion__header"> Are there water fountains or places to fill a water bottle? <i class="fal fa-angle-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </div> <div class="js-accordion__panel" aria-hidden="true"> <div class="c-accordion__content c-content"> <p>Yes, the Folger has water fountains with filling stations throughout the building.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/2@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-text-area c-col--has-bg-color u-white-bg"> <div class="c-content"> <h2 class="c-col__heading-2">Contact us</h2> <p>Not finding the answer you need? Contact our Visitor Experience team at <a href="mailto:folgerboxoffice@folger.edu">folgerboxoffice@folger.edu</a> or 202-544-7077. Phone lines are open Monday through Friday, 12pm – 5pm, with extended hours on performance days.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/2@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-card c-col--has-bg-color u-white-bg c-col-card--inline c-col-card--has-link"> <a class="c-col-card__link" href="https://www.folger.edu/visit/accessibility/" tabindex="0" role="button" > <span class="u-hidden-visually">Accessibility</span> </a> <div class="c-col-card__main"> <figure class="c-col-card__fig"> <img src="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2023/09/Folger-renovation-7-20-23-035-sm.jpg?resize=16%2C10&gravity" data-sizes="auto" data-srcset="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2023/09/Folger-renovation-7-20-23-035-sm.jpg?resize=16%2C10&gravity 16w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2023/09/Folger-renovation-7-20-23-035-sm.jpg?resize=160%2C100&gravity 160w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2023/09/Folger-renovation-7-20-23-035-sm.jpg?resize=320%2C200&gravity 320w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2023/09/Folger-renovation-7-20-23-035-sm.jpg?resize=480%2C300&gravity 480w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2023/09/Folger-renovation-7-20-23-035-sm.jpg?resize=640%2C400&gravity 640w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2023/09/Folger-renovation-7-20-23-035-sm.jpg?resize=960%2C600&gravity 960w" class="lazyload" alt="ramp leading down to east entry plaza" title="Folger renovation" width=160 height=100 /> </figure> <div class="c-col-card__content"> <div class="c-col-card__content-scrim c-col c-col-card c-col--has-bg-color u-white-bg c-col-card--inline"></div> <div class="c-col-card__details"> <div class="c-content"> <h3 class="c-col-card__title"><span>Accessibility</span></h3> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="c-container u-transparent-bg c-container--1200 c-container--center c-container--vertical-top"> <div class="c-container__wrap"> <div class="c-container__inner"> <div class="c-container__blocks"> <div class="o-grid o-grid--large" data-item-count="1"> <div class="o-grid__cell u-1/1@desktop"> <div class="c-col c-col-mega-block c-col c-col-news c-col-grid-block--stacked"> <div class="c-col-mega-block__header"> </div> <div class="c-col-mega-block__articles" data-count="3"> <div class="c-grid-items o-grid o-grid--stretch"> <div class="c-grid-items__item o-grid__cell u-1/2@tablet u-1/3@desktop"> <div class="c-post-card c-page-card c-page-card--page"> <a class="c-post-card__cover-link" href="https://www.folger.edu/visit/things-to-do/"><span class="u-hidden-visually">Things to do</span></a> <figure class="c-post-card__fig"> <img src="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/05/800x500_student_audience_sm_TracyRusso.jpg?resize=16%2C10&gravity" data-srcset="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/05/800x500_student_audience_sm_TracyRusso.jpg?resize=16%2C10&gravity 16w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/05/800x500_student_audience_sm_TracyRusso.jpg?resize=160%2C100&gravity 160w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/05/800x500_student_audience_sm_TracyRusso.jpg?resize=320%2C200&gravity 320w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/05/800x500_student_audience_sm_TracyRusso.jpg?resize=480%2C300&gravity 480w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/05/800x500_student_audience_sm_TracyRusso.jpg?resize=640%2C400&gravity 640w" class="lazyload" data-sizes="auto" alt="Three girls looking happy and expectant" title="Secondary School Shakespeare Festival" width=480 height=300 /> </figure> <div class="c-post-card__details c-content"> <span class="c-post-card__type">Page</span> <h3 class="c-post-card__title"><span>Things to do</span></h3> <div class="c-post-card__excerpt"> <p>Here’s a taste of what you can do when visiting the Folger: explore our exhibitions, enjoy our gardens, encounter new art and poetry, and more.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="c-grid-items__item o-grid__cell u-1/2@tablet u-1/3@desktop"> <div class="c-post-card c-page-card c-page-card--page"> <a class="c-post-card__cover-link" href="https://www.folger.edu/visit/exhibitions/"><span class="u-hidden-visually">Exhibitions</span></a> <figure class="c-post-card__fig"> <img src="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/06/2024AK15_126_web_banner.jpg?resize=16%2C10&gravity" data-srcset="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/06/2024AK15_126_web_banner.jpg?resize=16%2C10&gravity 16w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/06/2024AK15_126_web_banner.jpg?resize=160%2C100&gravity 160w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/06/2024AK15_126_web_banner.jpg?resize=320%2C200&gravity 320w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/06/2024AK15_126_web_banner.jpg?resize=480%2C300&gravity 480w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/06/2024AK15_126_web_banner.jpg?resize=640%2C400&gravity 640w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/06/2024AK15_126_web_banner.jpg?resize=960%2C600&gravity 960w" class="lazyload" data-sizes="auto" alt="" title="Alan Karchmer / Folger Shakespeare Library" width=480 height=300 /> </figure> <div class="c-post-card__details c-content"> <span class="c-post-card__type">Page</span> <h3 class="c-post-card__title"><span>Exhibitions</span></h3> <div class="c-post-card__excerpt"> <p>Get up close with the incredible books, manuscripts, art, and objects that make up the world’s largest Shakespeare collection.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="c-grid-items__item o-grid__cell u-1/2@tablet u-1/3@desktop"> <div class="c-post-card c-page-card c-page-card--page"> <a class="c-post-card__cover-link" href="https://www.folger.edu/visit/folger-cafe-quill-crumb/"><span class="u-hidden-visually">Folger Café: Quill & Crumb</span></a> <figure class="c-post-card__fig"> <img src="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/11/2024-09-30-Quill-Crumb-122308-4042x1347-663648e-sm.jpg?resize=16%2C10&gravity" data-srcset="https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/11/2024-09-30-Quill-Crumb-122308-4042x1347-663648e-sm.jpg?resize=16%2C10&gravity 16w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/11/2024-09-30-Quill-Crumb-122308-4042x1347-663648e-sm.jpg?resize=160%2C100&gravity 160w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/11/2024-09-30-Quill-Crumb-122308-4042x1347-663648e-sm.jpg?resize=320%2C200&gravity 320w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/11/2024-09-30-Quill-Crumb-122308-4042x1347-663648e-sm.jpg?resize=480%2C300&gravity 480w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/11/2024-09-30-Quill-Crumb-122308-4042x1347-663648e-sm.jpg?resize=640%2C400&gravity 640w, https://images.folger.edu/uploads/2024/11/2024-09-30-Quill-Crumb-122308-4042x1347-663648e-sm.jpg?resize=960%2C600&gravity 960w" class="lazyload" data-sizes="auto" alt="plates with cheese, dips, bread, crackers, and charcuterie, along with coffee and another drink" title="Food and drink at Quill and Crumb" width=480 height=300 /> </figure> <div class="c-post-card__details c-content"> <span class="c-post-card__type">Page</span> <h3 class="c-post-card__title"><span>Folger Café: Quill & Crumb</span></h3> <div class="c-post-card__excerpt"> <p>Quill & Crumb is the new Folger café, located in the Great Hall. Enjoy lunch, baked goods, and snacks alongside coffee and tea service. 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