201 East Capitol Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003
Main (202) 544-4600
Box Office (202) 544-7077
Planning a visit? Access to our building on Capitol Hill is changing beginning Jan 6, 2020, due to a major building renovation project.
Jan 14 - Mar 1
Feb 7-8
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Folger spaces are currently unavailable for rental events due to our building renovation project. We will update this page with future information about our rental program when the building reopens with updated facilities and brand new spaces to host events.
For more information about site rentals please contact the Office of Special Events at (202) 675-0375 or specialevents@folger.edu.
Main (202) 544-4600
Box Office (202) 544-7077
Our main building is currently not accessible for exhibition viewing, tours, or research, as we prepare for a major renovation. After Folger Theatre's The Merry Wives of Windsor (Jan 14–Mar 1), all Folger programs will be held at other venues during construction.
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