Civic brainspace & quiet, reliable public library with maker labs; best for deep focus, research and long sessions.

Tell us your story/detailed overview

The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library (MLKML) is the central facility of the District of Columbia Public Library (DCPL), constructed and named in honor of the American civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. Its address is 901 G St. NW in Downtown Washington, D.C., with its main entrance between 9th and 10th St. on the opposite corner to Gallery Place station, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The library is located in and around the Chinatown, Mount Vernon Square, and Penn Quarter neighborhood

When open (hrs.)

Open Monday to Thursday: 9:30 am-9:00 pm, Friday: 9:30 am-5:30 pm

Need To Know/Community Rules

Fika moments: https://www.dclibrary.org/plan-visit/martin-luther-king-jr-memorial-library/labs Joie curated this space because it meets our core standards: WiFi, outlets, water, restrooms and surfaces that enable work. However, Joie cannot guarantee availability, seating or support. This is a publicly accessible space, available first-come, first-served and access is entirely at the owner's discretion. For guaranteed bookings and dedicated support, we invite you to try Joie Pro - with new loctions launching in cities every week. As a cafe, we're grateful whne you savor our delicious offerings and share your appreciation through generous tips. Your kindness helps us keep our mission alive. Embrace your place—this is where you truly belong! We're grateful you're here.