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Used Books

The Washington Rare Book Group

We invite you to join the Washington Rare Book Group to learn more about the institutions and people who are involved in rare books in the metropolitan DC area.

Upcoming Events

  • Tour of the Columbus Memorial Library
    Tour of the Columbus Memorial Library
    Tour of the Columbus Memorial Library
    Wed, Feb 04
    Columbus Memorial Library, OAS
    Joins us for a tour of the library of the Organization of American States (OAS).
  • Lunchtime Lecture: "Circuitous Answers" with Lynn Sures
    Lunchtime Lecture: "Circuitous Answers" with Lynn Sures
    Lunchtime Lecture: "Circuitous Answers" with Lynn Sures
    Wed, Mar 11
    LC Rare Book Classroom (LJ-129)
    Join us for a lecture and book display with internationally recognized paper artist Lynn Sures.
  • Workshop at Pyramid Atlantic
    Workshop at Pyramid Atlantic
    Workshop at Pyramid Atlantic
    Sun, Apr 19
    Pyramid Atlantic Art Center
    Join us for a hands-on workshop at Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, a contemporary arts center specializing in papermaking, printmaking, and book arts. More details to come. (RSVPs will not be accepted until closer to the event date)
  • WRBG Book Discussion
    WRBG Book Discussion
    WRBG Book Discussion
    Date and time is TBD
    Virtual book discussion
    Join us for the annual meeting of our virtual book club!
  • Lunchtime Lecture with Mike Widener
    Lunchtime Lecture with Mike Widener
    Lunchtime Lecture with Mike Widener
    Date and time to be determined
    LC Rare Book Classroom (LJ-129)
    Join us for a lecture and book display with Rare Book Librarian Mike Widener. More details to come. (RSVPs will not be accepted until closer to the event date)

Community Board

About Us

The Washington Rare Book Group is a community of book-minded people who live in and around Washington, D.C.  We gather once a month for programs and events of mutual interest.  We welcome new members – please join us as we learn more about bibliographic treasures in our area.

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