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May 12 – June 10
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Please note that there will be no Reading Room tour on Saturday, March 17.
Take a weekend tour of the Reading Room! The tours are free, but advanced registration is required.
Saturdays 12:00pm-1:00pm
Sundays 1:00pm-2:00pm
Please fill out the form below to request a tour. Your reservation will not be final until you receive an email confirming your slot; responses should be sent within two business days.
Reading Room tours start promptly at their scheduled time. Late arrivals will not be admitted.
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