Austin Graff

Review of Folger Shakespeare Library

For years, I've walked by Folger Shakespeare Libra...

For years, I've walked by Folger Shakespeare Library admiring its impressive Greek style building, but never thinking to go in. This past week, I rectified that and went on a tour of their exhibit. It's very small, but well worth the 30-60 minutes spent. Here's why:

1) The staff are very friendly! Someone will show you around and then you're free to explore as you wish.

2) It's very kid friendly. There are coloring books, an interactive exhibit, kids' books, and even a place to play dress up. Kids will love it!

3) The art is impressive. It's mainly very old art, but there is one beautiful modern art piece of Shakespeare.

4) The Reading Room for the scholars is beautiful. You can't go in or take photos except for Saturdays at noon. Well worth it.

5) There's a theater in the back modeled after The Globe in London and holds regular shows.

If you have a spare hour, definitely stop by Folger Shakespeare Library/Theater! It's a hidden gem of DC!