Leesburg, VA (July 19, 2019) – Beginning August 1, 2019, the Thomas Balch Library will stay open every Thursday evening until 8 p.m. The change will allow guests the opportunity to visit the history and genealogy library after school or work. Normal library hours will be as follows:
- Monday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
According to Library Director Alexandra Gressitt, patrons have continued to inquire about longer hours over the course of the last 15 years. The Thomas Balch Library continues to welcome over 34,000 visitors annually, while responding to more than 32,000 requests for reference services.
Media Contact:
Leah Kosin, Assistant Public Information Officer
lkosin@leesburgva.gov
703-771-2781