Capital Rare Book Fair: Preview Night

Schedule

Fri May 29 2026 at 05:00 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

University Club | Washington, DC

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About this Event

The Capital Rare Book Fair will bring antiquarian booksellers from across the country to Washington DC's historic University Club, just steps from the White House.

The fair will open with a preview night on Friday evening with wine, beer, canapes, musical entertainment and first access to the books, maps and ephemera on sale in this historic venue.

Your ticket gives you unlimited access to the fair on Saturday and Sunday.

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University Club, 1135 16th Street Northwest, Washington, United States

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USD 60.00

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