Where is the Newspaper & Current Periodical Reading Room?

The Newspaper & Current Periodical Reading Room is located on the first floor of the James Madison Memorial Building, LM-133, 101 Independence Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20540-4760.

See these Directions for additional guidance.

Last Updated: Aug 15, 2020
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