Visit
Come experience all the Folger has to offer
Welcome!
Our transformed building on Capitol Hill is open after a major multi-year building renovation that allows us to share more of our collection and resources than ever before.
The transformed Folger features two new exhibition halls, a learning lab, welcoming gardens, collaborative research spaces, and expanded visitor amenities such as a new café and gift shop.
Along with our new public wing, the Folger’s historic spaces, including the Reading Room, are also reopening.
Hours, admission, directions, and more
Find everything you need to plan your visit to the Folger.
What to see and do when you visit
Things to do
Here’s a taste of what you can do when visiting the Folger: exploring our exhibitions, taking a tour, enjoying our gardens, encountering new art and poetry, and more.
Exhibitions
Get up close with the incredible books, manuscripts, art, and objects that make up the world’s largest Shakespeare collection.
5 must-sees at the Folger
From hanging with Puck in the garden to seeing all 82 of our Shakespeare First Folios, here’s a list of five things you won’t want to miss.
Our building and grounds
See what’s new now that our renovation is complete.
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility
Find information about accessibility at Folger events and programs.
COVID-19 safety
Learn what the Folger is doing and what we’re asking you to do.
Planning a research visit?
Learn more about our Reading Room hours, paging schedule, and more for in-person research as well as our digital resources, fellowship opportunities, and scholarly programs.