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Mary Riley Styles Public Library is located in the City of Falls Church, VA, just a few miles southwest of Washington, DC (and only nine miles from the White House!).
- Limited parking is located in the alley directly behind the library.
- Four 15-minute spots are available in front of the library on North Virginia Avenue.
- Two handicap spots are available in front of the library on Park Avenue.
- Street parking is available around the library (look for posted time limits).
- Please note that towing is enforced in neighboring shopping center and office building parking lots.
Metro Access
The two closest Metro stops are East Falls Church Metro Station (Orange & Silver Lines) and the West Falls Church Metro Station (Orange Line). Several bus lines also run through the City. For more information, including a detailed trip planner with specific Metro and bus timetables, please visit wmata.com.
Bike Access
The library is accessible using several bike-friendly trails, paths, and on-road routes, which can be viewed on the City's Bicycle Route page. There are also several Capital Bikeshare stations located near the library. Bike racks are available in front of the library if you do ride to the library.
Car Free Alternatives
Looking for a comprehensive listing of alternatives to driving, including carpooling, public transit, bicycling, and walking? Be sure to check the City's dedicated alternative transportation page at www.fallschurchva.gov/CarFree.
Inclement Weather
- In the event of inclement weather all programs will be evaluated as conditions warrant.
- If the library is closed due to weather or a building emergency, all library programs are cancelled.
Holidays & Closures
The library will be closed Sunday, August 31, and Monday, September 1, for the Labor Day holiday and building cleaning.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed Friday, September 12, 2025, for a Staff Development Day.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed for the Indigenous Peoples' Day holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for the Veterans Day holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be open from 10 am - 12 pm on Wednesday, December 24, and then close early for Christmas Eve.
The library will also be closed all day Thursday, December 25, and Friday, December 26, for the Christmas Holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will close early - at 5 pm - on Wednesday, December 31, for New Year's Eve.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed Thursday, January 1, for the New Year holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed Monday, January 19, for the Martin Luther King Jr Day holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed Monday, February 16, for the President's Day holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!