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Tours

NLM exhibitions, tours, and public programs are free of charge and open to the public.

  • Tour the Current Exhibition

    Changing the Face of Medicine: Celebrating America’s Women Physicians is on view in the Library rotunda from October 14, 2003, until April 2, 2005.  Discover the many ways that women have influenced and enhanced the practice of medicine through this exciting, interactive exhibition.

    Before coming to the Library, see Visit Us for directions, parking, security, and other visitor information.

    • Hours

      Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m. (EST)
      Thursday between Labor Day and Memorial Day: 8:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
      Saturday: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
      Note:  The Library is closed on Federal holidays.  See Holiday Schedule

    • Take a guided tour of the current exhibition

      A forty-minute guided walking tour of the Exhibition starts in the NLM lobby at 2 p.m., Monday-Friday.  Special group tours for school, professional, and other groups can be arranged.

    • To arrange a group tour:

      • Fill out the online form. (pdf or word doc)
      • The NLM exhibition educator will contact you to schedule the tour and discuss ways to customize the tour for your group's needs.
      • Prepare for your visit by reviewing directions, parking, security, and other visitor information at Visit Us.

    • Contact:

      Exhibition Educator
      E-mail: educator@nlm.nih.gov
      Phone: (301) 496-5963

      Find out more about NLM Exhibition Program.

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  • Tour the History of Medicine Reading Room

    For an overview of historical collections, our resources and services, and to see some of the Library's rare books and conservation methods, enjoy a guided visit to the History of Medicine Reading Room.  Please call ahead to make arrangements.

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  • Tour the Library

    A one-hour guided walking tour of the Library starts in the NLM Visitors Center (Room 127, Building 38A) at 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday (except Federal holidays).  Reservations for the 1:30 tour are not required for groups of five (5) or fewer, although it is helpful to notify us in advance once your plans are firm.

    With advance notice, we can show the introductory video "Expanding the Medical Universe," in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian or Spanish.  We can also arrange for special group tours.

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  • Tour Objects of Art at NLM

    Explore Objects of Art at the National Library of Medicine.

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Last updated: 23 August 2004
First published: 30 April 2004
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