Shirlington Library
🏢 Arlington Public Library · ARLINGTON, Virginia
Shirlington Library
Shirlington Library opened in March 2007 as a 15,000-square-foot branch tucked beneath the award-winning Signature Theatre, blending arts and literature in the heart of Arlington's designated Arts and Entertainment District. Open seven days a week, it is one of the system's most visited branches.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 4200 Campbell Avenue, ARLINGTON, VA 22206
Phone: 7032286545
Website: library.arlingtonva.us
📖 About Shirlington Library
<p>Originally opened in 1948 as the Fairlington Branch, Shirlington Library moved to its current home in March 2007 — a striking 15,000-square-foot facility built beneath the Signature Theatre in the Village at Shirlington mixed-use complex. The branch sits in the Four Mile Run valley in Arlington's official Arts and Entertainment District, steps from restaurants, a theater, and transit connections. Open seven days a week, it offers circulating collections, public computers, and programming for all ages in one of south Arlington's most vibrant neighborhoods.</p>
⭐ What makes this branch special
- 15,000 sq ft modern branch beneath the Signature Theatre — opened March 2007
- Located in the Village at Shirlington, Arlington's designated Arts and Entertainment District
- Open seven days a week, including evenings Monday–Thursday
- Originally opened in 1948 as the Fairlington Branch — nearly 80 years of community service
📱 Free with an Arlington Public Library Card
Digital borrowing and statewide research tools available 24/7 at no cost.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is Shirlington Library located in the Village at Shirlington?
Shirlington Library is at 4200 Campbell Avenue, on the ground level beneath the Signature Theatre in the Village at Shirlington retail and arts complex. The complex also includes restaurants, a Harris Teeter grocery, and other shops. Parking is available in the Village at Shirlington garage.
Is Shirlington Library open on Sundays?
Yes. Shirlington Library is open Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. It is open seven days a week: Monday–Thursday 10 a.m.–8 p.m. (Tuesday opens noon), and Friday–Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
What is the connection between Shirlington Library and the Signature Theatre?
Shirlington Library shares its building with the Signature Theatre, one of the Washington D.C. area's most acclaimed mid-size theater companies. The library occupies 15,000 square feet on the ground floor beneath the theater, making it a unique cultural venue where live performance and public library services coexist.