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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 Line) and the West Falls Church Metro Station (Orange Line and Silver 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 Tuesday, December 23 through Wednesday, December 25 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 Tuesday, 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 Wednesday, 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 20, 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 17, 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 Sunday, April 20, for the Easter holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed Sunday, May 25, and Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed for the Juneteenth holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed for the Independence Day holiday.
While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!
The library will be closed Sunday, August 31, and Monday, September 1, for Labor Day.
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!