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America's Library
American history for elementary and middle school students


American Memory
Millions of digital items that document American history and culture


Today in History
From the American Memory collections


Music, Theater and Dance
The Library's collection of scores, sheet music, audio, films and more


Portals to the World
Resources and information on the nations of the world


Song of America Tour
Celebrate creativity across America with this series of concerts by Thomas Hampson, coming to a city near you

Wise Guide to loc.gov
Your monthly guide to the many fascinating and useful resources available from the Library's Web site

Lifelong Literacy
It's never too early to open your mind to reading. Let the journey begin!


Local Legacies
Creative arts, crafts and customs from American communities


Everyday Mysteries
Fun science facts from the Library of Congress


Places in the News
Maps and facts from happening places around the world


Center for the Book
Promoting books, reading, libraries and literacy in 50 states


Book Festival Webcasts
See presentations by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Ted Kooser, Heloise, Neal Gaiman, and more


Veterans History Project
Collecting and preserving stories of wartime service on the front lines and on the home front.