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Bookworms unite: National Book Festival takes place in Washington, D.C.

by Anna Brones (RSS feed) on Sep 18th 2008 at 12:00PM

Most people read a book while they travel, but what about traveling to read a book? If you're going to be in the nation's capital next week, you're going to want to plan some time for the 8th annual National Book Festival being held on September 27. Sponsored by the Library of Congress, the festival draws over 100,000 book lovers for a day of full-on book and literacy celebration.

Ok, I realize this post may be starting to sound a little more nerd related than travel, but the festival features over 70 award-winning authors -- like one of our favorite travel writers Paul Theroux and travel guide expert Arthur Frommer -- that will interact with visitors perusing the seven themed pavilions located on the National Mall. Come on, you get the opportunity to meet some of today's best American authors, all for free. Plus you might get a sighting of the First Lady herself as Mrs. Laura Bush is the official host. At the end of the day, supporting literacy is a pretty good thing.

Want to put it on your itinerary? Here are the details:

Where: The National Mall between 3rd and 7th streets
When: September 27, 10 am - 5:30 pm
Cost: Free
Why: Because reading makes for educated individuals and educated individuals make for better travelers!

Filed under: Arts and Culture, Festivals and Events, United States

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