KATE WALLER BARRETT BRANCH LIBRARY
Barrett is closed to the public, however staff are working remotely and curbside service is available.
You may contact Barrett staff by phone or email during the following hours:
- Monday and Wednesday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Hours & Location
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| Mon, Jun 08 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Jun 09 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Jun 10 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Jun 11 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Jun 12 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Jun 13 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Jun 14 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
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Address
717 Queen Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
About the branch
Parking: No library parking lot. Street parking is available. A paid parking lot is available on the 100 block of North Alfred Street.
Public Transit:
- Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1 mile) and King Street Stations (1.1 miles).
- Metrobus: A11, A12, F19
- DASH Bus: 30, 31, Old Town Circulator
- King Street Trolley: King & Columbus
For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.
Upcoming Events
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Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area
Join us for a pop-up story time full of stories, songs, and movement. Ages 0-5.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 10:45am
Youth Services Area
Start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish ¡Empieza su mañana con cuentos, rimas y canciones en inglés y español!
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months.
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Wed, Jun 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Futbol Papa (aka journalist Robert J. Riccio) will share his soccer journey—what soccer means to him—and why World Cup 2026, to be played on home soil this summer, is particularly significant.
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Second Floor
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Space is available for up to 12 players, so it's first come first served as game tables fill.
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
First Floor
Join us to work on your book journal and share with others what you've added and read!
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Second Floor
AWLA's Behavior and Training Manager will provide tips for living harmoniously with your dog or cat at home, answer specific questions about your pet, and chat about AWLA's Alexandria Animal Academy.
Mon, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Do you like scary movies, books, tv shows, or video games? Do you enjoy making horror themed DIY projects? This is the event for you!
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months.
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Tue, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Take part in a group-led discussion about death and dying without any set agenda, objectives, or themes. Tea and sweets will be provided.
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Second Floor
Let's paint at the Library! Enjoy a tutorial with instructions on how to create the monthly painting or create your own unique work of art!
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Contribute to Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making scarves to donate. Visit our display in honor of America250 and our work to build a community of care. Add your scarf to the collection.
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Area
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Second Floor
Put off writing your will? Not yet planned your advance directive? Join us for a morning dedicated to starting the documents that helps prepare for death, accompanied by camaraderie and coffee.
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months.
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Tue, Jun 23, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Looking for a space to talk about climate change and the things affected that we love? Join us for a monthly discussion focused on a relevant topic. Register to receive the materials suggestions.
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Wed, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Calling all Science Fiction and Fantasy fans! Let's celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month by discussing Science Fiction and Fantasy books featuring characters and authors who are part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
Youth Services Area
Sing along with Rocknoceros's blend of classic kids songs and their own original tunes. Ages 0-5
Thu, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Second Floor
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Space is available for up to 12 players, so it's first come first served as game tables fill.
Thu, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!