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Library of Congress Welcomes the Return of Researchers with Scheduled
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The
of Congress Is gradually reopening its doors with enhanced procedures and requirements that prioritize the health
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and safety of Library employees and users We're excited to welcome you at one of our 16 reading rooms, and look forward to
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We ask that researchers interested in using the
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Reading Rooms for research do the following:
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Check the information below for the current public hours of the reading roomyou are interested in:
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Schedule
research appointment by using our online Ask-a-Librarian service or calling the phone number of the
reading room in which you need to do research: Researchers are encouraged to make appolntments at least 24 hours In
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Library staff will confirm the date and time of your scheduled appolntment
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Read the Library's 'Know Before You Go' Checklist before your scheduled visit:
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During your time at the Library, you must:
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Bring proof of your
ppointment for entry into the Librarys buildings
Wear
mask: Everyone must wear
barrier mask or cloth face covering that fully covers the nose and mouth
fits snugly
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the sides of the face when arriving at Library buildings and while they are inside the Library; including In bathrooms_
Follow social distancing policies: Pay attention to posted signs throughout the building to ensure physical distancing and
other health precautions_
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