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Using the Library

Guides to using the library for students, alumni, and visiting researchers.

Jacob Lawrence, The Library. Courtesy of the Smithsonian American Art Museum

Research Guides

We’re here to help. Librarians have created research guides for a variety of topics.

The Rt. Rev. Jane Dixon (Suffragan Bishop of Washington, 1992-2002), The Most Rev. Desmond Tutu (Archbishop of Cape Town, 1986-1996), The Very Rev. Martha Horne (Dean of Virginia Theological Seminary, 1994-2007). C/O of Virginia Theological Seminary

Archives & AAEHC

The Archives and African American Episcopal Historical Collection (AAEHC) are open for research.

Bishop Payne Library

Bishop Payne Library

Library Hours
  • Sunday: 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Monday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tuesday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Thursday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm (12:30 - 5:00, Commons-only keycard access)
Address: Mailing: 3737 Seminary Road; Street: 3640 Bishop Walker Circle, Alexandria, VA, US, 22304
Phone: (703) 461-1733 (Circulation Desk)
Email: paynelib@vts.edu
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Library Hours Calendar 

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The library is experiencing issues with patron authentication. We are working with our vendor to resolve it as soon as possible. Library staff can access eBooks or articles for you. Email paynelib@vts.edu with your need. Patrons in the library building can use temporary credentials to access the catalog. Inquire at the circulation desk. All patrons can search our physical holdings anytime at librarycatalog.vts.edu.