Library of Congress: Upcoming Events

"Sakura: Cherry Blossoms as Living Symbols of Friendship" Exhibition

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:08:00 GMT

The Library of Congress will celebrate the 100th anniversary of an amazing gift with an exhibition titled "Sakura: Cherry Blossoms as Living Symbols of Friendship," opening on March 20.

"Herblock Looks at 1962" Exhibition Opens March 20

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:16:32 GMT

The drawings of editorial cartoonist Herbert Block will be on view in the exhibition "Herblock Looks at 1962: Fifty Years Ago Today in Editorial Cartoons," opening March 20.

Engineer Who Inspired Wright Brothers, Feb. 29

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:15:08 GMT

Author-historian Simine Short will discuss and sign her work, "Locomotive to Aeromotive: Octave Chanute and the Transportation Revolution," on Feb. 29 at noon.

Birthday Celebration for Ralph Ellison, March 1

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:14:00 GMT

The Library of Congress will celebrate the 98th birthday of Ralph Ellison with a reading and discussion of his work by award-winning authors Jabari Asim and Danielle Evans at noon on March 1.

Main Reading Room Open House on Presidents Day, Feb. 20

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:08:36 GMT

Twice each year, the Library of Congress opens its magnificent Main Reading Room for a special public open house. The winter open house will take place on the federal Washington's Birthday (Presidents Day) holiday, Feb. 20.

Library Highlights Epic Drama "Roots" in Feb.

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:59:53 GMT

The Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation pays tribute to the African-American experience in its February film series. "Roots," the historical miniseries that chronicles an African-American family from 1750 through the post-Civil War South, will be shown.

Symposium on Carl Jung & Aging March 28

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:58:28 GMT

A symposium titled "Jung and Aging: Bringing to Life the Possibilities and Potentials for Vital Aging," which will explore the work of the Swiss psychiatrist Carl Gustav Jung (1875-1961) and its meaning to an aging population, will be held at the Library of Congress from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 28.

Exhibition on Armenian Literary Tradition

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:32:52 GMT

The Library of Congress will open an exhibition, "To Know Wisdom and Instruction: The Armenian Literary Tradition at the Library of Congress" on April 19.

William May on Testing the National Covenant

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:35:02 GMT

Ethicist William F. May will talk about his book "Testing the National Covenant: Fears and Appetites in American Politics" at 3 p.m. on Feb. 29.

Islam Through Western Eyes

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:44:21 GMT

In his new book, Jonathan Lyons explains the Western view of Islam, developed during the past 1,000 years, and analyzes its impact on the social sciences on Feb 16.

Intellectual Experience with Soviet "Great Experiment" Book Discussion

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:43:38 GMT

Michael David-Fox will discuss and sign "Showcasing the Great Experiment: Cultural Diplomacy and Western Visitors to the Soviet Union, 1921-1941" on Feb. 14.

Life of Slave Owned by President Madison Book Discussion

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:42:33 GMT

Elizabeth Dowling Taylor has used correspondence, legal documents and journal entries rarely seen before to write "A Slave in the White House: Paul Jennings and the Madisons." Taylor will discuss and sign her new book on Feb. 7.

Jacob Bleacher on "NASA's Desert RATS," Feb. 14

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:51:16 GMT

NASA scientist Jacob Bleacher will discuss NASA's Desert Research and Technology Studies (RATS) team and its work at the Library on Tuesday, Feb. 14.

"Politics and the Dancing Body" Opens Feb. 16

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:09:23 GMT

A new Library of Congress exhibition explores how American choreographers from World War I through the Cold War realized this vision -- using dance to celebrate American culture, to voice social protest and to raise social consciousness.

The People Behind the Formation of the States' Borders to Be Discussed

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:20:27 GMT

"How the States Got Their Shapes Too: The People Behind the Borderlines" is the sequel to Stein's "How the States Got Their Shapes." But while the first book told us why the states look as they do, this book tells us who shaped them.

J. Edgar Hoover's Brief Career at Library of Congress to Be Discussed

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:11:57 GMT

"Young J. Edgar: Hoover, the Red Scare and the Assault on Civil Liberties" brings to life Palmer's raids and Hoover's coming of age, and it speaks to the current debate on personal freedom in a time of war and fear. Author Kenneth D. Ackerman will discuss and sign his book on Jan. 18.

Birthday Celebration for Langston Hughes, Feb. 1

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:38:21 GMT

Langston Hughes was a prolific writer of poems, plays, novels, columns, essays and short stories that portrayed and celebrated the lives of African Americans. The 110th birthday of the illustrious Hughes (1902-1967) will be honored at the Library of Congress with a reading of his work by Washington, D.C. Poet Laureate Dolores Kendrick and Evie Shockley, who will also discuss Hughes’ influence on their own poetry. Items from the Library’s collection on Langston Hughes will be on display.

Greek Poet Odysseas Elytis & the Hispanic World, Jan. 27

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:36:55 GMT

Surrealist poet Odysseas Elytis, the leading Greek poet of his generation and a Nobel Prize winner, influenced Hispanic literature in the late 1930s and in the 1940s. Poets Pedro Serrano and Rei Berroa will discuss the Nobel laureate's importance in a presentation on Jan. 27.

Author to Discuss Fashion Impresario Eleanor Lambert, Feb. 2

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 19:56:16 GMT

Fashion historian John A. Tiffany will discuss his book "Eleanor Lambert: Still Here" at the Library of Congress at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2.

Dylan, Jagger Headline January Film Series

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:03:38 GMT

The Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation pays tribute to the nation’s aural heritage in its January film series. Features include a combination of musical biopics, documentaries and films featuring recordings selected for preservation in the National Recording Registry or showcased on the National Jukebox website.

Public Events, January - April 2012

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:03:05 GMT

Listing of free public events at the Library of Congress, January through April 2012.

"These Amazing Shadows" to Premiere on PBS

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 19:56:35 GMT

Written and directed by Paul Mariano and Kurt Norton, "These Amazing Shadows," on the Library of Congress and the National Film Registry, will air nationally on the award-winning PBS series "Independent Lens," hosted by Mary Louise Parker, on Dec. 29, at 10 p.m.

Silver Jewelry of the Middle East

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:59:51 GMT

Marjorie Ransom, a Middle East expert and retired USIA foreign service officer, will present an overview of the jewelry of Yemen at the Library of Congress on Dec. 12.

2011 Human Rights Day Celebration

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:57:52 GMT

A group of distinguished speakers will discuss women’s rights and opportunities at a panel held in honor of the international Human Rights Day at the Library of Congress at 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 9.

Rare Historical Sketches of Washington

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:45:57 GMT

New York physician Robert L. Dickinson was stationed in Washington during World War I and in his free time was a prolific artist. He is the subject of a new book which will be discussed Dec. 6.

Pioneer of American Documentary Photography

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:44:36 GMT

Louise Rosskam (1910–2003) was an elusive pioneer of the golden age of American documentary photography from the 1930s through the 1960s. A new book on Rosskam is the subject of a presentation on Dec. 8.

"Wizard of Oz," Christmas Classics Lead December Film Series

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:30:53 GMT

Holiday classics and Oscar winners shine a spotlight on movies selected for preservation in the National Film Registry during the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation's film festival in December.

Symposium & Concert Highlight Turkmen Culture

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 16:19:05 GMT

The literature and performing arts of Turkmenistan are virtually unknown in the United States, except through a very few specialists working at universities. On Nov. 28, panel of scholars in the field, followed by a film and concert will provide an opportunity for a Washington audience to learn about Turkmenistan, its literature and its music culture.

Contemporary Diplomacy Panel at Kluge Center, Dec. 1

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:18:28 GMT

How is diplomacy changing? What can diplomats do to prevent or resolve conflict, initiate or manage change? These questions will be addressed in a conversation among four distinguished experts who bring real-world experience from the United Nations, Latin America, the United Kingdom and the religious field.

Quest for an Elusive Continental Ideal, Dec. 8

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:47:38 GMT

Ricardo V. Luna, former ambassador of Peru to the United States, will talk about the efforts of thinkers and leaders from North America and Latin America to develop a definition of a single Western culture across the Northern and Southern hemispheres.

Alexander Evans to Discuss U.S.-Pakistan Relations, Nov. 17

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:56:01 GMT

How members of Pakistan’s strategic elite view their country’s national interests will be addressed in a lecture by Alexander Evans, the Kissinger Chair in Foreign Policy and International Relations at the Kluge Center.

Reflections on a Year as ALA President, Dec. 6

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:22:53 GMT

Roberta Stevens, who has managed the Library of Congress Bicentennial and the National Book Festival in her 26 years at the Library of Congress, will discuss her year as the 2010-2011 president of the American Library Association on Dec. 6.

Venezuelan Law Professor Lectures Nov. 22

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:21:43 GMT

Allan Brewer-Carías will deliver a lecture titled "The Connection Between the U.S. Independence and the Hispanic-American Independence Movements in the Context of Several Key Constitutional Law Books Published in the U.S. at the Beginning of the 19th Century" on Nov. 22.

Ambassador Carson on Foreign Service Career in Africa

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:16:29 GMT

Ambassador Johnnie Carson, the assistant secretary of state for the Bureau of African Affairs, will take part in a program titled "Forty Years of Dedication to Africa: A Dialogue with Ambassador Johnnie Carson" on Dec. 8.

Library Hosts Fall Preview of Books and Gifts Nov. 16

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:15:47 GMT

Get a jump on holiday shopping at the fall Preview of Books and Sale-a-Thon, hosted by the Publishing Office of the Library of Congress from 1 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 16.

Political Cartoon Biography of Theodore Roosevelt Nov. 29

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:15:14 GMT

Theodore Roosevelt’s biography as told through these political cartoons forms the basis of "Bully!: The Life and Times of Theodore Roosevelt" by Rick Marschall, who speaks at the Library on Nov. 29.

Birthday Celebration for Louisa May Alcott, Nov. 29

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:42:03 GMT

The Library of Congress will celebrate the birthday of American novelist Louisa May Alcott with a reading of her work by award-winning authors Jo Ann Beard and Maud Casey on Nov. 29.

Renowned Scholar to Discuss Films of Andy Warhol

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:41:29 GMT

Acclaimed author and critic Douglas Crimp will discuss, for the first time in Washington, his new book "‘Our Kind of Movie’: The Films of Andy Warhol" on Nov. 10.

Young Readers Center Hosts Anniversary Event for RIF

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:30:56 GMT

Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), a partner of the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress, will hold its 45th anniversary celebration in the Library's Young Readers Center.

November Films Celebrate National Film Registry Month

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:32:00 GMT

The Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation’s film series will celebrate National Film Registry Month in November.

Cardinal McCarrick to Present "The 'Amman Message': A Magisterium for Islam?"

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 20:17:43 GMT

Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick will discuss the similarities between Muslim and Christian quests for common understanding among adherents of each religion on Nov. 16.

Expedition to the Equator in 1735, Oct. 25

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 14:40:27 GMT

Ricardo V. Luna, former ambassador of Peru to the United States, will hold a conversation on Oct. 25 with award-winning science writer Larrie D. Ferreiro, whose latest book describes an 18th-century scientific expedition to the equator to determine the true shape of the Earth.

When Washington Bailed Out Mom and Pop

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:56:50 GMT

Economic historian Marc Levinson will discuss his new book "The Great A&P and the Struggle for Small Business in America" at the Library of Congress on Wednesday, Oct. 26.

Prohibition in the Nation's Capital Explored

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:54:59 GMT

Garrett Peck will discuss and sign his new book, "Prohibition in Washington, D.C.: How Dry We Weren't" on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at noon.

Israeli Photographer on the American Colony in Jerusalem

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:30:43 GMT

Israeli photographer Sharon Ya'ari will present a lecture titled "A Public Family Album: The American Colony in Jerusalem, 1898-1946" at the Library Oct. 18. Founded in 1881 in Jerusalem by a small group of Americans, the American Colony was a Christian utopian society whose philanthropic work continued up until the late 1940s.

Fraud & Guerrilla Warfare in Civil-War Missouri

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:27:39 GMT

While researching family history at a courthouse in Cooper County, Mo., Mark W. Geiger saw an odd pattern in court records from the Civil War years. The surprising story he pieced together resulted in his award-winning book reveals a financial conspiracy in Missouri at the beginning of the Civil War. He discusses his book at the Library on Nov. 3.

Asian Adoptees Are Subject of Oct. 25 Lecture

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:26:29 GMT

U.S. citizens began adopting children from other countries in substantial numbers after World War II. Since then, the majority of children adopted into U.S. families from overseas have come from Asian countries. The phenomenon will be the subject of a lecture and panel discussion at the Library on Oct. 25.

Synagogues in Hungary 1782-1918

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:25:08 GMT

Architectural historian Rudolf Klein will discuss his new book, "Synagogues in Hungary 1782-1918" at noon on Monday, Oct. 24 in the European Division, Room LJ-250 of the Thomas Jefferson Building.

Birthday Celebration for Poet John Berryman

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:50:10 GMT

The Library of Congress will celebrate the birthday of American poet John Berryman, who would have been 97 this year, with a reading of his work by award-winning poets Mary Jo Bang and Michael Collier on Oct. 25.

Navigating Through Digital Information

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:49:35 GMT

Graziella Tonfoni, a scientific and literary author with vast experience using digital resources, will discuss her experiences and research ideas at the Library of Congress on Oct. 12.

Country Music Association Series Nov. 16

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:33:47 GMT

Clint Black, Patty Loveless and Tim Nichols and Bob DiPiero headline an intimate evening of country music on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. in the Coolidge Auditorium.

Main Reading Room Open House on Columbus Day

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:32:56 GMT

Twice each year, the Library of Congress opens its magnificent Main Reading Room for a special public viewing open house. The fall open house will take place on the federal Columbus Day holiday, Monday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Transitioning to a Digital Future

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:34:39 GMT

The Library of Congress on Oct. 20 a symposium on the challenges facing cultural heritage institutions as they balance the preservation needs of legacy collections with the growing and complex demands presented by the collection of converted and born-digital assets.

Thrills and Chills Highlight October Film Series

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:31:47 GMT

America’s favorite redhead Lucille Ball, legendary musicians from Woodstock and horror classics will top the roster of films and early television programs being screened in October at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va. This month’s screenings in the plush Art Deco theater will include such notables as Elizabeth Taylor, Montgomery Clift, James Cagney, Olivia de Havilland, Ellen Burstyn, Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin.

New Literary Series Highlights African Poets and Writers

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:31:12 GMT

The Library of Congress, in partnership with The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa, is launching a new literary series, "Conversations with African Poets and Writers." The series will kick off with a discussion on contemporary African culture by Ali Mazrui on Oct. 7.

Raz to Deliver Kellogg Lecture on Jurisprudence

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:30:31 GMT

Joseph Raz, Thomas M. Macioce Professor of Law at Columbia Law School and visiting professor at King’s College London School of Law, will deliver the 2011 Frederic R. and Molly S. Kellogg Biennial Lecture on Jurisprudence at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 5 in the Coolidge Auditorium of the Library of Congress.

"Appalachian Spring" in Program for Young People

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:30:59 GMT

A program featuring the creators of a new book "Ballet for Martha," as well as a performance by members of the Martha Graham Dance Company of excerpts of "Appalachian Spring," will be part of an event on Oct. 4.

Levine to Give Inaugural Reading as Poet Laureate Oct. 17

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:54:27 GMT

Philip Levine, whose poetry has honored the working man for almost half a century, will give his inaugural reading as the 18th Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry at the Library of Congress on Oct. 17.

"Politics of Nixon and Obama" Lecture, Sept. 29

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:53:45 GMT

Klaus Larres will examine the political, military and monetary turmoil of the 1970s and draw possible lessons for today's current affairs.

Library Opens Concert Season With "BABALU!"

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:43:47 GMT

The Library of Congress opens its concert season with a spectacular evening celebrating the iconic entertainers Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz and their legendary contributions to American culture.

Jewish Migration to China, 1845-1940

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:42:46 GMT

Liliane Willens, author of the recently published memoir "Stateless in Shanghai," will discuss "The Three Waves of Jewish Migration to China, 1845-1940," at the Library at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 4.

Contemporary Poetry from China Oct. 12

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:21:53 GMT

The Library of Congress will focus on contemporary poetry from China, with a reading and discussion by two Chinese poets at 7 p.m. on Oct. 12

Odessa: "City of Dreams" Is Subject of Book Discussion

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 15:44:09 GMT

Georgetown University professor Charles King recreates Russian Imperial Odessa in his historical account, "Odessa: Genius and Death in a City of Dreams." He will discuss and sign his work in a program on Sept. 28.

How Opera Helped Create Modern Media, Oct. 6

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 15:42:53 GMT

Emmy-Award-winning engineer Mark Schubin will present an illustrated lecture, "The Fandom of the Opera: How a Four-Century-Old Art Form Helped Create the Modern Media World," at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6.

Supreme Court & Free Speech Lecture Sept. 16

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 22:31:50 GMT

Dahlia Lithwick of Slate Magazine will deliver a lecture titled "The Supreme Court and Free Speech" at the Library of Congress at 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16.

Poetry Traditions of Mexico and the U.S., Oct. 4

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 22:31:12 GMT

On Oct. 4, a panel of experts will discuss the poetry traditions of the United States and Mexico and the literary exchanges between the two countries, shedding light on the historical, political and cultural heritages of both nations.

Columbus Day Open House in Main Reading Room

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:05:56 GMT

Twice each year, the Library of Congress opens its magnificent Main Reading Room for a special public open house. The fall open house will take place on the federal Columbus Day holiday, Monday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

September Symposium on Brazilian Popular Literature

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:03:21 GMT

The American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress is sponsoring a symposium titled "Literatura de Cordel: Continuity and Change in Brazilian Popular Literature," Monday, Sept. 26 and Tuesday, Sept. 27.

Literacy and Fun to Delight Patrons at the Two-Day National Book Festival

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:02:09 GMT

The National Book Festival will take place on the National Mall between 9th and 14th Streets on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Sunday, Sept. 25 from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The event, free and open to the public, will take place rain or shine.

Public Events, September to December 2011

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:59:45 GMT

Events subject to change. All events are free and open to the public.

Pam Munoz Ryan to Discuss Her Prize-Winning Book

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:56:53 GMT

Author Pam Munoz Ryan will discuss and sign her award-winning book "The Dreamer," illustrated by Peter Sis (Scholastic, 2010), at the Library of Congress on Friday, Sept. 16, at noon.

September Film Series at Library

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:56:18 GMT

The Mohave Desert, New York City, the American West and legendary South Bend, are just some of the locations highlighted in the film selections that will be shown at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation’s plush Art Deco theater in Culpeper, Va. This month’s screenings will include such cinematic stars as Joan Crawford, Preston Foster, Rick Moranis, James Franco, Anthony Perkins, George Marshall, Spencer Tracy and Henry Fonda.

New Comic Art Acquisition Exhibition Opens Sept. 15

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:55:28 GMT

Political and social satire, comic-strip and comic-book drawings, New Yorker magazine illustrations and graphic narratives—original cartoon art that was added to the Library of Congress collections during the past decade—will be featured in a new exhibition, "Timely and Timeless: New Comic Art Acquisitions."

"Mapping the Moon with WALL·E & Children," Sept. 14

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:54:42 GMT

Marcianna Delaney, a NASA educator, will discuss "Mapping the Moon with WALL·E and Children" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 14.

David Stuart to Present Kislak Lecture Sept. 16

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:53:50 GMT

Art historian and archaeologist David Stuart, the foremost expert on Mayan hieroglyphs, will deliver the fifth Jay I. Kislak Lecture titled "Deciphering the Art of the Ancient Maya and the Year 2012" at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16.

Library of Congress Announces 2011-2012 Concert Season

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:34:14 GMT

The 2011-2012 season of concerts from the Library of Congress presents a 30-event roster of stellar classical, jazz, pop, country, folk and world music. Concerts kick off on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 8 p.m., with an exciting opening-night show celebrating two great American entertainers, comedienne Lucille Ball and composer and bandleader Desi Arnaz.

The Sheik, Indiana Jones Headline August Film Series

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 17:41:50 GMT

From a legendary lover and a fedora-wearing adventurer to the littlest rebel and a flying elephant, the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation is showing a smorgasbord of film selections in August.

"I Love Lucy: An American Legend" Opens Aug. 4

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:11:19 GMT

In celebration of the 60th anniversary of the show's debut, the Library of Congress presents a new exhibition, "I Love Lucy: An American Legend," from Aug. 4 through Jan. 28, 2012.

Library Documentary on C-SPAN

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:42:06 GMT

C-SPAN's 90-minute feature documentary, "The Library of Congress," will debut on the public affairs cable TV network on Monday, July 18 at 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. (ET) and rebroadcast on July 24 at 9 p.m.

Asian American Plays Is Subject of Book Talk July 27

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:41:09 GMT

Editor Rick Shiomi will discuss the new anthology "Asian American Plays for a New Generation" on July 27.

VHP Hosts Film Screening, Panel Discussion Honoring Aviator

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 19:43:11 GMT

The Veterans History Project (VHP) of the Library of Congress American Folklife Center commemorates the July 26, 1948 anniversary of the integration of the U.S. Armed Forces and the Centennial of Naval Aviation with a film screening and panel discussion honoring Ensign Jesse Leroy Brown, the nation’s first African American to be trained as an aviator for the Navy, at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 28, at the U.S. Navy Memorial Burke Theater. The theater is located at 701 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C.

Lecture on Faulkner's Link to Mid-1800s Plantation Diary

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:35:14 GMT

Wolff will discuss her book about the Faulkner-diary connection—titled "Ledgers of History: William Faulkner, an Almost Forgotten Friendship, and an Antebellum Plantation Diary: Memories of Dr. Edgar Wiggin Francisco III"—in a lecture at the Library of Congress at noon on Tuesday, Aug. 9, in the Mary Pickford Theater.

Database on French Book Trade Discusssed

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:34:26 GMT

The French Book Trade in Enlightenment Europe project is the subject of a discussion on Wednesday, July 13, at 2 p.m. in the Montpelier Room.

Decolonization and Modernization of Mexico

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:06:22 GMT

New Spain became Mexico virtually overnight, in 1821, although a decade of bloody civil strife preceded its final independence. Historian Eric Van Young will use the case of Mexico to examine the layered and contradictory nature of decolonization in a lecture on July 20.

"Decolonization--A History of Failure?" Lecture on July 13

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:37:44 GMT

Decolonization is widely considered one of the foundational processes of the modern world—an old imperial order was swept away, and a new world of nations emerged to replace it. But is the modern era really a world of nations or largely the detritus of broken-down empires? Is a world of nations an attainable or even desirable situation?

"These Amazing Shadows" Headlines Library's July Film Series

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:37:01 GMT

The National Film Registry gets top billing at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation’s July film festival. In the recent theatrically released documentary "These Amazing Shadows," directors Paul Mariano and Kurt Norton celebrate the nation’s cinematic heritage and the importance of the registry in preserving motion pictures. The Packard Campus will show a special screening of the film in its plush Art Deco theater with superlative sound and state-of-the-art film projection.

Biography of Frederick Olmsted Is Subject of Book Discussion

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:03:45 GMT

Justin Martin will discuss and sign his new book, "Genius of Place: The Life of Frederick Law Olmsted" (Da Capo Press, 2011), on Thursday, July 7, at noon in Dining Room A.

Jennifer Hochschild to Discuss “The Political Implications of Human Genomics,” July 7

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 18:57:23 GMT

Jennifer Hochschild, who occupies the Chair in American Law and Governance in the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress, will discuss the issue in a lecture titled "The Political Implications of Human Genomics" at 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 7, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Kluge Center, the lecture is free and open to the public.

Ethnomusicologist Judith R. Cohen to Discuss Judeo-Spanish Music At the Library of Congress on July 26

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 18:56:40 GMT

Judith R. Cohen, internationally acclaimed performer of Judeo-Spanish and medieval Iberian music and professor of ethnomusicology at York University in Toronto, will deliver a lecture titled "Sephardic – Ladino – Judeo-Spanish Song: Myths and Relative Realities" at the Library of Congress at noon on Tuesday, July 26 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, located in Room 220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Centennial of Machu Picchu Discovery is Celebrated

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:55:52 GMT

The Hispanic Division of the Library of Congress and the Embassy of Peru will sponsor a conference on Machu Picchu to celebrate the centennial of its exposure to the outside world on Wednesday, June 29, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Event Encourages Summer Reading

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:09:41 GMT

Children in the Washington D.C. area are invited to a special program on June 3 at 10:30 a.m. at the Library of Congress. "Let's Travel the World Through Books" will feature master storyteller Diane Macklin, music by the Elise Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School Student band, and special guest National Football League linebacker Chris Draft.

Library Announces June Film Festival

Wed, 25 May 2011 22:42:02 GMT

Drama, adventure and rock 'n' roll set the stage for the June film festival at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation.

Historic Photographic Albums Are Subject of Book Discussion

Tue, 24 May 2011 15:49:49 GMT

"Photographic Memory: The Album in the Age of Photography" (Aperture Foundation, 2011) traces the rise of the album from the turn of the last century to the present day, showcasing some of the most important examples in the history of the medium, as collected by the Library of Congress.

Noah Webster, Creator of American Dictionary, Is Subject of Book Discussion

Tue, 24 May 2011 15:49:05 GMT

Joshua Kendall has written an absorbing and insightful account of how American English came to be codified in his new book, "The Forgotten Founding Father: Noah Webster’s Obsession and the Creation of an American Culture" (Putnam’s, 2011). He will discuss and sign his work on Thursday, June 2, at noon in Dining Room A.

Joan Halifax to Discuss Empathy and Compassion in Caregivers

Fri, 06 May 2011 18:42:11 GMT

Zen Buddhist Roshi Joan Halifax, in a lecture at the Library of Congress, will talk about empathy and compassion on the part of caregivers who are tending to the ill and dying.

River of Words Poetry & Art Contest Winners

Fri, 06 May 2011 14:20:36 GMT

On May 10, two of the winners in 2000 from the River of Words environmental poetry and art contest will return to the Library of Congress in a special program in which they will discuss how the contest changed their lives.

Emile Berliner & the Birth of the Recording Industry

Fri, 06 May 2011 14:19:28 GMT

Recording pioneer Emile Berliner’s life, work and connection to Washington, D.C. will be the subject of a talk at noon on May 17.

Public Events at the Library of Congress, May - August 2011

Mon, 02 May 2011 15:01:11 GMT

Quarterly update.

Adeeb Khalid to Discuss Central Asian Cultural Revolution

Mon, 02 May 2011 15:00:13 GMT

Historian Adeeb Khalid will explore the transformation of culture and identity in Central Asia during the early years of Soviet rule, in a lecture at the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress.

Elvis Presley and Sleeping Beauty Featured at the Packard Campus Theater in May

Mon, 02 May 2011 14:59:31 GMT

The Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation will spotlight social drama, silent movies, classic animation and the "King" of rock-and-roll at its film festival in May. Showcased in the Packard’s plush Art Deco theater with superlative sound and state-of-the-art film projection, this month’s screenings will include such cinematic stars as Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, Glenn Ford, Sidney Poitier, Harrison Ford and Lillian Gish.

NASA Scientist Assaf Anyamba to Discuss “Predicting Disease Outbreaks from Space,” May 18

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 17:48:18 GMT

NASA scientist Assaf Anyamba, an expert on using earth science satellite data to see links among weather, disease and famine, will discuss "Predicting Disease Outbreaks from Space" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 18, in the Mary Pickford Theater.

James Reston Jr. to Discuss “History and the Movies: An Historian Writes a Screenplay,” May 11

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 17:46:55 GMT

The process of compressing history into drama often generates sharp tensions between the historian and the dramatist. As James Reston Jr. will testify, the historian usually feels a sinking disappointment as the dramatist explains what it will take to capture and hold the attention of an audience. Of Reston’s 15 books, three have become plays and three screenplays, but not always to his satisfaction.

Concert to Feature River of Words Poems Set to Music

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 17:46:08 GMT

The River of Words environmental poetry and art contest has been a project of the Center for the Book since 1996. Students from around the world are asked to write a poem or create a piece of art inspired by their local environment.

“History in the Mystery” Panel Discussion May 23

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 17:22:08 GMT

A panel on the mystery in hisotry with moderator Maureen Corrigan and noted authors Louis Bayard, Ellen Crosby and Daniel Stashower will take place at noon on Monday, May 23.

Conference on Civil War Mapping, May 20

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 17:21:11 GMT

Cartographers during the U.S. Civil War invented new techniques and mapped the country more accurately than ever before in the nation’s history. "Re-Imaging the U.S. Civil War: Reconnaissance, Surveying and Cartography" will be held on May 20.

Gardener LaManda Joy To Discuss Chicago Community Gardens

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 13:49:31 GMT

Award-winning gardener, blogger and founder of Chicago’s Peterson Garden Project, LaManda Joy, will discuss "Chicago Victory Gardens: Yesterday and Tomorrow" at 11:30 on Friday, May 13, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington DC.

A Conversation on Human Dignity

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:25:24 GMT

What is "human dignity"? How important is it? What is its origin? Seven distinguished scholars, in an informal conversation, will probe the meaning of human dignity from a variety of historical, philosophical, religious, medical and social perspectives on April 26.

Poet Laureate Closes Literary Season on May 4

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:12:44 GMT

U.S. Poet Laureate W.S. Merwin—the two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize, hailed by the New York Times as the "undisputed master"—will conclude the Library of Congress spring literary season with a reading of his work on May 4.

May 4 Hewitt Book Discussion (CANCELED)

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 19:26:59 GMT

The event where Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt discusses her book "The One and Only," originally scheduled for May 4, has been canceled and will be rescheduled at a later time.

History of African-American Family Is Subject of Book Discussion

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 13:55:53 GMT

Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt, the first African-American president of the Special Libraries Association, will discuss her autobiography, "The One and Only," during a program on Wednesday, May 4.

Pass It On: Personal Archiving Day April 30

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:37:15 GMT

Pass it On: Personal Archiving Day at the Library of Congress will be held on Saturday, April 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in LJ 119, first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

'Women Against Tyranny' Subject of May 12 Talk

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 19:19:16 GMT

Women from a variety of cultural and religious backgrounds were part of the resistance movement in occupied Europe during World War II. Their untold stories are the subject of Davi Walders' new book of poetry titled "Women Against Tyranny: Poems of Resistance During the Holocaust."

Amedeo Modigliani Biography Subject of Book Discussion

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 13:50:35 GMT

In a major new biography, Meryle Secrest offers a fully realized portrait of one of the 20th century’s master painters and sculptors: Amedeo Modigliani (1884-1920). She discusses and signs her book at the Library April 15.

African-American Elites in 19th-Century New York

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 13:49:20 GMT

Part detective tale, part social and cultural narrative, "Black Gotham: A Family History of African-Americans in Nineteenth-Century New York" is Carla Peterson’s account of her quest to reconstruct the lives of her 19th-century ancestors. She discusses her book at the Library April 13.

Library's Film Festival Spotlights Hollywood Greats

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 15:08:23 GMT

Adventure, romance, drama, comedy, science fiction, fantasy and music take center stage at the April film festival sponsored by the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation.

David Jourdan to Discuss “The Deep Sea Quest for Amelia Earhart,” April 8

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 19:21:25 GMT

Deep-sea explorer David W. Jourdan launched two expeditions in the past 10 years to find Earhart’s Lockheed Electra airplane. He will discuss his findings in a lecture at the Library of Congress at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, April 8, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Swann Foundation Fellow Leora Maltz-Leca To Discuss the Work of South African Artist William Kentridge, April 21

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 19:20:47 GMT

South African artist William Kentridge is considered one of the most significant artists working today. He is largely responsible for bringing drawing in general—and animated drawing in particular—to the forefront of contemporary international art.

Swann Foundation fellow Leora Maltz-Leca will discuss the artist’s work in her lecture "William Kentridge: ‘Stone Age Drawing,’ Cartoon Logic and South Africa’s Process of Change" at noon on Thursday, April 21, in the Whittall Pavilion on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Climate Change in the Arctic, March 30

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 18:48:32 GMT

The Law Library of Congress will sponsor a talk by David D. Caron titled "Images of the Arctic and the Futures They Suggest" on March 30.

Poets Gander and Bringhurst Receive Witter Bynner Award, April 21

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:58:53 GMT

Poet Laureate W.S. Merwin has chosen two seasoned voices in poetry, Forrest Gander and Robert Bringhurst, to receive the 2011 Witter Bynner Fellowships, and will introduce the poets on April 21 at the Library of Congress.

Ameen Rihani Symposium March 29

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 19:24:51 GMT

Ameen Rihani—the most influential, prolific and world-renowned Arab-American author of the early 20th century—and his seminal work will be the focus of a symposium to be held at the Library of Congress from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29.

Women's Legal Rights Database to be Demonstrated

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:22:14 GMT

Aileen Pisciotta, chair of the IMPOWR Task Force, will introduce and demonstrate the new website (www.impowr.org ) at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 31, at the Law Library of Congress, located in Room LM-240 of the James Madison Building at 101 Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C.

Wives of Woodrow Wilson Are Subject of Book and Discussion

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 16:24:43 GMT

The wives of Woodrow Wilson were strikingly different from each other. Ellen Axson Wilson, quiet and intellectual, died after just a year and a half in the White House and is thought to have had little impact on history. Edith Bolling Wilson was flamboyant and confident but left a legacy of controversy.

Benjamin Banneker Is Subject of Lecture, March 30

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 16:24:02 GMT

C. R. Gibbs—author, lecturer and historian of the African Diaspora—will present a talk titled "Benjamin Banneker, Surveyor and the African Roots of His Science" at noon on Wednesday, March 30, in the Geography and Map Division Reading Room on the basement level of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Stories of American Loyalists Subject of Book and Discussion

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 16:57:37 GMT

The loyalists’ experience is the subject of a new book by Maya Jasanoff, called "Liberty’s Exiles: American Loyalists in the Revolutionary World" (Knopf, 2011). Jasanoff will discuss and sign her new book on Thursday, March 24, at noon in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. This Books & Beyond program is sponsored by the Center for the Book. It is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Washington Haggadah Subject of Discussion March 23

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:19:46 GMT

After the Bible, the Passover haggadah is the most widely read classic Jewish text, and few editions are as exquisite as the Washington Haggadah in the Library of Congress. A new facsimile edition (Belknap Press of Harvard University Press, 2011), meticulously reproduced in full color, brings this illuminated 15th-century manuscript to life for a new generation of readers.

"Jews and Magic in Medici Florence" is Subject of April 13 Book Talk

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 17:29:50 GMT

Edward Goldberg will discuss his new book, "Jews and Magic in Medici Florence" (University of Toronto Press) at the Library at noon on Wednesday, April 13 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, located in Room 220 of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Szyk Haggadah Is Subject of April 4 Program at the Library

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:57:47 GMT

In the mid-1930s, Polish-Jewish artist Arthur Szyk created his haggadah in the stunning style of medieval illuminated manuscripts. Housed in the Library’s Rare Book and Special Collections Division, the original Szyk Haggadah will be on display at the Library at an April 4 program marking the publication by Abrams of a new facsimile edition with translation and commentary by Rabbi Byron L. Sherwin and Irvin Ungar.

Ungar will deliver a lecture titled "Arthur Szyk and His Passover Haggadah: A Library of Congress Treasure" at noon on Monday April 4 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, located in Room 220 of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The program, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by the Hebraic Section of the African and Middle Eastern Division, the Rare Book and Special Collections Division and the Prints and Photographs Division. Tickets are not required but seating is limited.

Poets C. D. Wright and David Wagoner to Read, March 23

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 20:02:42 GMT

Two distinguished poets, C. D. Wright and David Wagoner, will read from their work in an evening presentation at the Library of Congress.

“Preservation Roadmaps for the 21st Century” Symposium To Examine Options for Large Collections, March 15

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:53:24 GMT

The Library of Congress on March 15 will present "Preservation Roadmaps for the 21st Century: Assessing Options for Large Collections," a symposium to evaluate and review the three current best-practice options for the management and care of large-scale general collections, including environmental control, mass deacidification and digitization.

The day-long program, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 15, is the second in a three-part series, Future Directions Symposia, organized by the Library’s Preservation Directorate.

Benjamin Fordham to Discuss U.S. Foreign Policy from 1890 to 1914

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:52:44 GMT

Fordham will present "Protectionist Empire: Trade, Tariffs and U.S. Foreign Policy, 1890-1914" at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 17, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Library’s Kluge Center, the lecture is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

March Features Pre-Code Hollywood Films at Culpeper

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 20:01:09 GMT

For moviegoers who have never seen a pre-code Hollywood film on the big screen, the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation will present two major motion pictures during its March film festival that were produced before the enforcement of production-code moral guidelines.

“Father Chief Justice” March 8

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 20:00:17 GMT

In honor of former Supreme Court Chief Justices Edward Douglass White (1845-1921) and Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. (1841-1935), the Law Library of Congress will present excerpts from "Father Chief Justice," a play by Louisiana State University law professor Paul R. Baier about the court’s ninth chief justice.

NASA Scientist to Discuss "Many Colors of the Sun"

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:43:54 GMT

W. Dean Pesnell, project scientist for the Solar Dynamics Observatory at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, will discuss "The Many Colors of the Sun" at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 17, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Laitin to Discuss Discrimination Against Muslims in France

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 15:09:03 GMT

David Laitin, a political science professor who has examined the causes of religious discrimination in France, will present "One Muslim is Enough! Evidence from a Field Experiment in France" at the Library of Congress at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 3, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Constitution & National Security Subject of March 9 Panel

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 22:05:10 GMT

"The U.S. Constitution and National Security" is the subject of a panel discussion to be held at the Library of Congress from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9.

Symposium Explores Photos of John Margolies

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 22:04:36 GMT

Scholars of design, photography, commercial vernacular and automotive culture will gather at the Library of Congress to discuss Margolies’ work in a symposium titled "Marvels of Roadside and Main Street America: the Itinerant Eye of John Margolies" at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, March 9.

Past, Present and Future of Printing

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 22:03:51 GMT

Elizabeth L. Eisenstein, author of the influential "The Printing Press as an Agent of Change," offers an authoritative and highly readable account of five centuries of ambivalent attitudes toward printing and printers in her new book, "Divine Art, Infernal Machine: The Reception of Printing in the West from First Impressions to the Sense of an Ending."

Root Discusses Fashion, Politics in Postcolonial Argentina

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 22:02:50 GMT

Regina Root will discuss and sign her new book "Couture and Consensus: Fashion and Politics in Postcolonial Argentina" on Monday, March 7, at noon at the Library.

25th Anniversary of Philippine Revolution To be Marked With Program, Display in the Asian Reading Room

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 19:35:21 GMT

The Library of Congress Asian Division will commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 1986 People Power Revolution that toppled Marcos’ 20-year regime with a program to be held at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 23 in the Asian Reading Room, located in Room 150 of the Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

“Wild Bill” Donovan, Founder of Today’s CIA, Is Subject of Book Discussion

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:08:12 GMT

A mythic figure whose legacy is still intensely debated, "Wild Bill" Donovan was director of the Office of Strategic Services (the nation’s first national intelligence agency) and the father of today’s CIA. He is the subject of a new book by Douglas Waller’s, who will discuss and sign his work at the Library on Feb. 24.

Main Reading Room Holds Open House on President’s Day

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:07:00 GMT

Twice each year, the Library of Congress opens its magnificent Main Reading Room for a special public open house. The winter open house will take place on the federal Washington’s Birthday (Presidents’ Day) holiday, Monday, February 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Symposium on Alfred North Whitehead Correspondence

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:12:52 GMT

A rare, six-page letter written by Alfred North Whitehead, one of the major philosophers and mathematicians of the 20th century, will be the subject of a half-day symposium at the Library of Congress, Feb. 17.

Oscar Winners Take Center Stage in Feburary Film Series

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:11:26 GMT

As the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences prepares to award top honors for the best in cinema in 2010, the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation will highlight several past Oscar winners during its February film festival. Showcased in the Packard’s plush Art Deco theater with superlative sound and state-of-the-art film projection, this month’s screenings will include such cinematic stars as Gary Cooper, Jean Arthur, Clint Eastwood, Greta Garbo, John Gilbert, Gene Hackman and Morgan Freeman.

NASA Scientist on Gamma-Ray Bursts and Black Holes

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:10:41 GMT

NASA scientist Neil Gehrels, chief of the Astroparticle Physics Laboratory at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, will discuss "Gamma-Ray Bursts and the Birth of Black Holes" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 16.

History of Whiskey Is Subject of Book Discussion

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:07:47 GMT

"Whiskey: A Global History" is an informative, concise narrative of the drinkâs history, from its obscure medieval origins to the globally traded product of today. Author Kevin R. Kosar will discuss and sign his work on Tuesday, Feb. 8, at noon.

Spring Poetry at Noon Readings

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:06:58 GMT

Nine poets will read this spring in the Poetry at Noon program, appearing monthly from February to May, with a special performance by Shakespeare actors in April.

Nelly Lahoud on Jihadi Path to Self-Destruction

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:04:14 GMT

Do contemporary jihadists hold, in their own doctrine, the seeds to self-destruction? Nelly Lahoud, a top expert on jihadi ideology and a West Point associate professor, will discuss the topic at the Library of Congress on Feb. 16.

Hidden Messages in Tory Furniture Feb. 1

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:02:57 GMT

Author Elizabeth A. Davison will talk about furnituremaker John Shearer and his work in a lecture at the Library of Congress titled "A True North Britain: Hidden Messages and Meaning in John Shearerâs Furniture" at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 1.

Library of Congress Announces Spring Concerts

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:13:01 GMT

Concerts from the Library of Congress continues its 85th anniversary concert season with a spring calendar showcasing a dynamic and diverse range of American music. Top chamber music groups include the Salzburg Hyperion Ensemble, the Schumann Trio and the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, which brings a fascinating double bill of music by Tan Dun and George Crumb and a special pre-concert interview with Crumb.

Hebrew Bible's Influence on Sermons of John Donne Feb. 14

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 17:13:49 GMT

Chanita Goodblatt will discuss her new book "The Christian Hebraism of John Donne" at the Library of Congress at noon on Monday, Feb. 14 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room.

Central Europe's Troubled Past and Present

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:39:49 GMT

In her new book "The Ghosts of Europe: Central Europe's Troubled Past and Uncertain Future," author Anna Porter recounts her 2006 visit to these four nations, where she explored the consequences of democracy in the former Hapsburg lands.

Liljenquist Family Civil War Photo Exhibition Opens April 12

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 20:28:05 GMT

Portrait photographs of the young men who fought in the Civil War, as well as their wives and children -- poignant faces that gaze across time -- are the subject of a major exhibition at the Library of Congress that will open on April 12, 2011.

"Weight Loss Through the Ages" Jan. 19

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 20:25:58 GMT

Nutrition, obesity and weight-loss experts will gather at the Library of Congress to present "Weight Loss Through the Ages: Where We've Been, What We've Learned and Where We're Going" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 19.

Holiday Movie Classics and Family Fun Showcase Packard Campus Film Series

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 20:14:59 GMT

The Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation’s December film series will spotlight movies for the holidays with a sprinkling of high adventure. Starting Dec. 2 and running through Dec. 18, this month’s screenings will also include such cinematic stars as James Stewart, William Holden, Gloria Swanson, Bing Crosby, John Gilbert, Mary Astor, Walter Huston and Bruce Willis.

AFC Symposium Highlights American Workers

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 20:14:11 GMT

The American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress is sponsoring "Work and Transformation: Documenting Working Americans," a free two-day public symposium on the documentation of work, workers, and the culture of work in contemporary America. The symposium will take place on Monday, Dec. 6 and Tuesday, Dec, 7.

Joan Nathan to Discuss Jewish Cooking in France on Dec. 13

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 19:07:49 GMT

Joan Nathan, whose name is synonymous with Jewish cooking around the world, will discuss her latest book, "Quiches, Kugels and Couscous: My Search for Jewish Cooking in France," at the Library of Congress at noon on Monday, Dec. 13.

Mongolian Americans Are Subject of Dec. 3 Program

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 21:46:54 GMT

"Cultural Stewardship in Mongolian American Communities" will be the subject of a lecture by Alicia Campi, at the Library of Congress at noon on Friday, Dec. 3.

Country Music Association Songwriters Series Dec. 4

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 20:50:23 GMT

Platinum-selling country quartet Little Big Town and country songwriters Brett James, Lori McKenna and Bob DiPiero kick off the new Country Music Association (CMA) Songwriters concert series, which debuts at the Library of Congress on Saturday, Dec. 4.

Conference on Creating Freedom in the Americas Nov. 19

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 20:49:48 GMT

The Library’s Hispanic Division and Arturo Valenzuala, assistant secretary of state for Western Hemisphere Affairs, will sponsor a day-long conference, "Creating Freedom in the Americas, 1776-1826," on Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Maira Kalman to Discuss New Book, "And the Pursuit of Happiness"

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 22:19:44 GMT

Noted writer, illustrator and designer Maira Kalman's year-long investigation of democracy and how it works has resulted in her newest book, "And the Pursuit of Happiness," which is also the name of her popular blog at NYTimes.com.

Early Modern French-Jewish Communities in Louisiana Subject of Book Talk

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 22:19:13 GMT

Author Anny Bloch-Raymond explores the history and culture of Louisiana French-Jewish communities in her book "Des berges du Rhin aux rivages de Mississippi: Histoire et récits de migrants juifs," which she will discuss at the Library Dec. 8.

DATE CORRECTION: Author to Discuss Tories in American Revolution

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 20:17:33 GMT

Historian Thomas B. Allen will discuss his book "Tories: Fighting for the King in America's First Civil War" on Tuesday, Nov. 30 (not Nov. 3, as was previously reported).

Author to Discuss Tories in American Revolution

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 18:06:49 GMT

Historian Thomas B. Allen will discuss his book "Tories: Fighting for the King in America's First Civil War" on Tuesday, Nov. 30.

Library Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 18:05:50 GMT

The Library of Congress will celebrate Native American Heritage Month in November with a number of special events.

Galileo's “Sidereus Nuncius” Subject of Conference

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 18:05:08 GMT

The Library’s Rare Book and Special Collections Division in cooperation with the Center for the Book will sponsor a day-long conference to celebrate its recent acquisition of Galileo's "Sidereus Nuncius" on Friday, Nov. 5.

Publishing Office to Host Fall Preview

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 13:55:19 GMT

Get a jump on holiday shopping at the fall Preview of Books and Sale-a-Thon, hosted by the Publishing Office of the Library of Congress from noon to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17.

Packard Campus Celebrates Silent Films in November

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 13:54:29 GMT

The Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation will celebrate silent movies and the repatriation of 75 American films from New Zealand under the auspices of the National Film Preservation Foundation during its November film series.

A History of Afro-Uruguay

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 13:53:52 GMT

George Reid Andrews will discuss his new book "Blackness in the White Nation: A History of Afro-Uruguay" (University of North Carolina Press, 2010) on Nov. 1.

Forgotten Women at Valley Forge

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:53:35 GMT

"Following the Drum: Women at the Valley Forge Encampment" is the untold story of the women who spent the winter of 1777-78 with the Continental Army at Valley Forge, Pa. Author Nancy K. Loane will discuss and sign her book on Oct. 26.

"Getting It Wrong": Media Myths Subject of Discussion

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:52:12 GMT

Did The Washington Post bring down Richard Nixon by reporting on the Watergate scandal? Did a cryptic remark by Walter Cronkite effectively end the Vietnam War? Did William Randolph Hearst vow to "furnish the war" in the 1898 conflict with Spain? In "Getting It Wrong," W. Joseph Campbell addresses and dismantles what he says are these and other prominent media-driven myths.

Merwin Gives Inaugural Reading as Poet Laureate

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:28:12 GMT

W.S. Merwin, the new Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress, an undisputed master who has won nearly every major literary award, will open the Library’s 2010-2011 literary season with a reading on Oct. 25.

Americas Award Presented Oct. 23

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 17:54:15 GMT

Authors Julia Alvarez and Carmen Tafolla and illustrator Magaly Morales will receive the 2009 Americas Award for Children’s and Young-Adult Literature at the 17th annual award presentation hosted by the Library of Congress on Oct. 23.

Asian Adoptees Subject of Oct. 19 Book Talk

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 16:41:45 GMT

The Library of Congress Asian Division and Asian American Association will sponsor a book talk and panel discussion on Oct. 19. Award-winning journalist Mei-Ling Hopgood will open the program with a discussion of her memoir "Lucky Girl," the story of her reunion with her Chinese birth parents.

The Name and the Number" Screening, Oct. 26

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 16:40:14 GMT

In her award-winning video "The Name and the Number," Argentinean artist Mirta Kupferminc compares the numbered tattoos made in Auschwitz with ornamental tattoos that are popular today. Kupferminc will screen the video and talk about her work on Tuesday, Oct. 2.

Volcanoes Lecture By NASA Scientist Oct. 27

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 16:38:46 GMT

Does life exist elsewhere in our solar system? NASA believes the best place to answer this question is Europa, an icy moon of Jupiter. The best way to understand how Europa works may be through studying the massive lava lakes on a neighboring Jupiter moon, Io.
Ashley Gerard Davies, a research scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory at the California Institute of Technology, will discuss the topic Oct. 27.

Young Readers Center to Open Selected Saturdays

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:57:15 GMT

The Young Readers Center in the Library of Congress will open on selected Saturdays this fall to enable more young people and their families to experience the wonders of the national library.

Main Reading Room Open House on Columbus Day Holiday

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 20:21:52 GMT

Disability Employment Awareness Month Events

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 20:21:19 GMT

With a national theme of "Talent Has No Boundaries: Workforce Diversity Includes Workers with Disabilities," Disability Employment Awareness Month will be celebrated by the Library of Congress throughout the month of October with a several programs.

Packard Campus October Film Series

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 14:10:04 GMT

Silent films and horror classics take center stage at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation’s free film festival in Culpeper, Va., in October. The film series lineup will include movies starring such notables as Sean Connery, John Wayne, Cary Grant, Irene Dunne, Angela Lansbury, Gene Wilder and Buster Keaton.

Harvard Library Director to Make "The Case for Books"

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 14:08:07 GMT

An intellectual pioneer in the field of the history of the book and director of Harvard University's Library, Robert Darnton will discuss and sign his new work: "The Case for Books: Past, Present and Future" on Oct. 15.

Photographer Paolo Ventura Discusses Book "Winter Stories"

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 14:07:17 GMT

Internationally renowned artist and photographer Paolo Ventura, a creator of sophisticated sets that he then photographs in ways that are haunting, will discuss and sign his book "Winter Stories" on Oct. 12.

Poetry at Noon Readings Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 7

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 14:05:57 GMT

Some participants in the Library of Congress Poetry at Noon readings this fall will be the winner of a rapper competition, a young Poetry Out Loud champion and a military disaster-aftermath expert. The three readings are "Rhode Island Sampler" in October, "Insider/Outsider Experiences" in November and "Decade One" in December.

"Books as Weapons" During World War II

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 14:05:27 GMT

John B. Hench will discuss and sign "Books as Weapons: Propaganda, Publishing and the Battle for Global Markets in the Era of World War II" on Tuesday, Oct. 5.

Preservation Roadmaps Symposium  Oct. 20

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 14:04:24 GMT

The Library of Congress on Oct. 20 will present "Preservation Roadmaps for the 21st Century: Understanding the Physical Environment," which will examine 25 years of preservation research, publication and education by the Image Permanence Institute (IPI). The day-long program is the first in a three-part series which will take place at the Library during the next year.

Jewish Women's Lives Under Medieval Islam

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:13:06 GMT

Sara Reguer, head of the Department of Judaic Studies at Brooklyn College, City University of New York, will deliver a lecture titled "The Cairo Geniza: The World of Jewish Women" at the Library of Congress at noon on Monday, Oct. 25 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, Room 220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:12:14 GMT

The Library of Congress celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, commemorated each year Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, with a series of events. This year’s theme, "Heritage, Diversity, Integrity and Honor: The Renewed Hope of America," recognizes the many generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society.

Israeli Writer & Director Michal Govrin to Speak Oct. 18

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:11:41 GMT

The search for meaning in a post-Holocaust world is the theme of many of the stories, essays and legends that comprise "Hold on to the Sun" by Michal Govrin. The Israeli writer and director will discuss her work at the Library of Congress at noon on Monday, Oct. 18 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, Room 220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Israeli Writer Joshua Sobol to Speak Oct. 8

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:10:07 GMT

International intrigue and psychological suspense come together in "Cut Throat Dog," a spy thriller by acclaimed Israeli writer Joshua Sobol. The novelist and playwright will discuss his new work of fiction at the Library of Congress at noon on Friday, Oct. 8 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, Room 220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Katherine Paterson in Special Program During National Book Festival Week

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:25:41 GMT

Beloved author Katherine Paterson, the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, will make a special appearance during National Book Festival Week on Thursday, Sept. 23, at 11 a.m. in the Library of Congress’ Coolidge Auditorium.

Policy Analysis and Public Policy

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:28:15 GMT

Roger S. White will discuss how the field of policy analysis informs policymaking in a lecture, "Professional Help for Public Policy: Policy Analysis as a Field of Intellectual Inquiry and Practice," on Sept. 23.

Obama's Victory and the Democratic Struggle for Power

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:27:02 GMT

On Oct. 14, sociologist Jeffrey Alexander will offer a new way of looking at the Democratic struggle for political power, discussing what happened and why during Barack Obama's run for the presidency.

Cheetah Conservation Is Topic of Sept. 29 Lecture

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:26:17 GMT

Laura Marker, founder and executive director of the Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF), will deliver a lecture titled "The Cheetah: A Race for Survival" at noon on Wednesday, Sept. 29.

Three Presidents, Three Policies: Nixon, Bush, Obama and Europe

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:24:56 GMT

On Sept. 16, Klaus Larres will analyze the approach taken by Presidents Richard Nixon, George W. Bush and Barack Obama in managing and exploiting relations with Washington’s European allies at crucial points in world affairs.

Library, Investigation Discovery Team for Mystery Author Event

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:24:06 GMT

The Library of Congress, as part of its special celebration of the 10th annual National Book Festival, will join with the national television channel Investigation Discovery on Monday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m. to host a public event at the Library, "Hardcover Mysteries," featuring mystery authors David Baldacci, Sandra Brown and Kathy Reichs, who will discuss their writing careers, the inspirations for their books and the crossover of fact and fiction.

Confucian Genealogy To Be Presented to the Library of Congress

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:52:07 GMT

n Oct. 28, 2009, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H. Res. 784, to honor the 2560th anniversary of the birth of Confucius and recognize his global contributions to philosophy and social and political thought. In the spirit of the legislation, the Library of Congress Asian Division will present a program titled "Confucianism as the World Cultural Heritage" from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11 in the Asian Reading Room

NASA Oceanographer on "Observing the Living Oceans from Space" Sept. 22

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:26:26 GMT

There is no question among scientists that the Earth is changing. Observing the oceans from space enables NASA to monitor the biological consequences of that change and determine how it affects Earth's ability to support life. Gene Carl Feldman, an oceanographer at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, will discuss the topic in his lecture.

Public Events at the Library of Congress, Sept.-Dec. 2010

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:58:31 GMT

All events are free and open to the public, except where listed.

William Cope Moyers to Discuss His Book on Addiction

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:57:22 GMT

William Cope Moyers spiraled into a crack-cocaine binge that threatened to destroy his life. After multiple attempts at rehabilitation, Moyers was finally able to recover from his addiction and make sobriety the center of his life. Moyers, the son of famed journalist Bill Moyers, will discuss his book "Broken: My Story of Addiction and Redemption" on Sept. 28.

Packard Campus Spotlights Home Movies in September

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:40:46 GMT

The Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation will celebrate home movies during its free September film festival in Culpeper, Va. Starting Sept. 9, the series lineup will include home movies of such notables as Alfred Hitchcock and Richard Nixon as well as cinematic classics starring Marilyn Monroe, Spencer Tracy, Katharine Hepburn, Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon and Errol Flynn.

Michael Ward to Discuss His Book “Planet Narnia”

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:40:00 GMT

Michael Ward, author of "Planet Narnia: The Seven Heavens in the Imagination of C.S. Lewis," will talk about his book at the Library of Congress on Sept. 29.

Eight U.S. Poets Laureate To Read at Library of Congress

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:39:10 GMT

Some of the most distinguished voices in American poetry—eight former U. S. Poets Laureate/Consultants in Poetry—will reunite in the historic Coolidge Auditorium of the Library of Congress for a night of poetry on Oct. 6.

Library of Congress Announces Anniversary Concert Season

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:44:35 GMT

The Library of Congress celebrates its 85 years of history as a concert presenter with a stellar 36-event season presenting new American music at the intersection of many genres -- classical music, jazz, country, folk and pop.

Language and Cultural Identity of Medieval French Jews

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:51:06 GMT

The intersection between Hebrew and French and the role of both languages in shaping the cultural identity of medieval French Jewry is the subject of a new book by Kirsten Fudeman, who will speak at the Library of Congress on Monday, Sept. 20.

Armenian American Painter Arshile Gorky Subject of Vardanants Day Lecture

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:52:51 GMT

Kim S. Theriault will deliver the 15th Annual Vardanants Day Lecture titled "The Story Behind the Stamp: Arshile Gorky and the Development of Abstract Expressionism" at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 28.

Young Readers Center Offers Summer Programs

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 21:45:15 GMT

Summer is a great time to tell and explore favorite or new stories. Twice a day, Monday through Friday, the Young Readers Center is offering a 20-minute reading event. The Young Readers Center, which opened its doors in October 2009 to young people accompanied by an adult, provides a Library of Congress experience uniquely suited to younger readers.

Library's Packard Campus Celebrates Movie Classics in August

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:05:56 GMT

High adventure is the prominent theme of the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation's free August film series in Culpeper, Va. Starting Aug. 5, this month's screenings will also include such cinematic stars as Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Claude Rains, Robert De Niro, James Stewart, Henry Fonda, Leslie Caron, Nicolas Cage and Dustin Hoffman.

TONIGHT: McCartney & Friends in Concert on PBS

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:04:38 GMT

In an all-star concert for President & Mrs. Obama at the White House, Sir Paul McCartney received the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. The concert, to be broadcast tonight at 8 pm on PBS stations nationwide, includes performances by McCartney, Stevie Wonder, Elvis Costello, the Jonas Brothers, Jack White, and Emmylou Harris.

Coolidge Is Focus of Discussion on Civility in Politics

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:17:19 GMT

Published by the National Notary Association, "Why Coolidge Matters: How Civility in Politics Can Bring a Nation Together" is a compilation of essays by influential political figures, scholars and historians that makes the compelling case for revisiting and learning from the moral tenor and style that defined the Coolidge presidency.

Library of Congress Research Orientation Webinar

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 19:23:57 GMT

Learn to access this wealth of information found on the Library of Congress' website on Wednesday, July 14 through the Digital Reference Sectionâs free, one-hour orientation via webinar, held monthly on the second Wednesday at 11 a.m. â noon, Eastern Daylight Time.

Daniel Branch on African Students Overseas in the Era of Decolonization

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 18:49:41 GMT

Historian Daniel Branch will discuss "The Airlift: African Students Overseas in the Era of Decolonization" at the Library of Congress on July 28.

July Film Series at the Packard Campus

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 17:29:56 GMT

Classic crime dramas and romantic comedies take center stage at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation’s free July film series in Culpeper, Va. Starting July 8, this month’s screenings will also include such cinematic luminaries as Marlon Brando, Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant, James Stewart, and Ginger Rogers.

Jason Parker to Discuss Decolonization and the Cold War July 21

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:45:42 GMT

The overlapping timelines of post-World-War-II decolonization and the Cold War create a fascinating interrelationship, according to historian Jason Parker, who will present "The Empires Who Came in From the Cold: Decolonization and the Cold War" on July 21.

William Roger Louis to Discuss European Colonial Empires in Asia and Africa

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:28:48 GMT

Historian William Roger Louis present "The European Colonial Empires in Asia and Africa" at 4 p.m. on Monday, July 12.

Nina Simone Biography Subject of Book Talk

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:27:20 GMT

The triumphs and difficulties of the brilliant and high-tempered Nina Simone are documented in a new biography called "Princess Noire: The Tumultuous Reign of Nina Simone" (Pantheon, 2010) by Nadine Cohodas. The author will discuss and sign her work at the Library of Congress on Monday, July 12, at noon in the Mumford Room, James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Author to Discuss “The Marx Brothers As Social Critics”

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:26:50 GMT

Martin A. Gardner, author of "The Marx Brothers As Social Critics: Satire and Comic Nihilism in Their Films" (McFarland & Co., 2009), will discuss and sign his work on Thursday, July 15, at noon in the Mumford Room, sixth floor, Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E.

Women Judges in Post-Apartheid South Africa Film June 23

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 17:21:19 GMT

"Courting Justice," an award-winning film that highlights the lives of women judges in South Africa, will be presented by the Law Library of Congress at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 23.

"The Gift to Stalin" June 23

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:51:55 GMT

"The Gift to Stalin" is a poignant cinematic tale of Sasha, a young Jewish orphan, who is sent into exile during a Stalinist purge, loses his grandfather on the long train journey and is rescued by a gruff, widowed Muslim rail worker named Kasym.

Film producers Boris Cherdabayev and Aliya Uvalzhanova will show selected clips and discuss the film at noon on Wednesday, June 23, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The film clips will be in Kazakh and Russian with English subtitles.

Genealogical Research at the Library of Congress

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:29:17 GMT

Many ancestors – immigrants and pioneers, slaves, women, native peoples, and others – do not have compiled biographies. They are invisible in the historical record, except through census or other data collection entities. Where there are gaps, the stories can be told through early travelogues, letters, diaries, maps, texts and printed ephemera, photographs and other visual media.

Journey into the lives of ancestors through the published records and online resources at the Library of Congress. .Join Library staff specialists to explore resources and learn strategies to assist the researcher in recreating the stories that define and shape a family tree.

The Local History & Genealogy Division will conduct a free, one-hour orientation via webinar, on Thursday, June 17, 2:00-3:00 pm. Eastern Daylight Time. To register for the orientation, use the Participant Registration Form at http://www.loc.gov/rr/genealogy/signup.php. Confirmation, log on instructions, and the handout will be sent via email.

"Chesapeake Bay from Space" Lecture

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 18:33:27 GMT

NASA scientist Eric Brown de Colstoun will present "Chesapeake Bay from Space: New Views of a National Treasure" at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 22, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

AFC Symposium Explores Culture Along Canada-U.S. Border

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 19:18:26 GMT

The American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress and the Embassy of Canada, together with the provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Québec, present "Borderlines/Borderlands: Culture and the Canada-U.S. International Boundary" June 14-16 in Room 119 in the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First S.E., Washington, D.C.

Film and Lecture on Leon Blum

Tue, 25 May 2010 17:43:11 GMT

The Library of Congress will present the film "Leon Blum: For All Mankind" and a lecture by the filmmaker, Jean Bodon, at noon on Wednesday, June 16 in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence S.E., Washington, D.C. The film is in French with English subtitles.

Library’s Packard Campus Announces June Film Series

Mon, 24 May 2010 14:14:01 GMT

Movie fans of Alfred Hitchcock and Hayley Mills will have a treat this month because several of their films will be showcased in the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation’s June film series in Culpeper, Va. Starting June 3, this month’s screenings will also include cinematic notables such as Kim Novak, James Stewart, Maureen O’ Hara, William Powell, Myrna Loy, Maureen O’Sullivan and Eli Wallach.

Veterans History Project Explores Integration of the U.S. Armed Forces Through the Service of Asian-Pacific American Veterans

Tue, 18 May 2010 18:08:01 GMT

Asian-Pacific American veterans will explore their service experiences and discuss the Korean War as a turning point in military policy and civil-rights history – when service units were fully integrated – during a panel discussion at noon on Tuesday, May 25, in the Whittall Pavilion of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 1st S.E., Washington, D.C.

Photo Book of American Music During Great Depression Subject of Discussion

Tue, 18 May 2010 18:06:01 GMT

More than 200 of those photos are collected in Rich Remsberg’s "Hard Luck Blues: Roots Music from the Great Depression (University of Illinois Press in association with the Library of Congress, 2010). Remsberg will discuss and sign his work on Wednesday, June 2, at noon in the West Dining Room on the sixth floor of the Library of Congress’ James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. This Books & Beyond program of the Center for the Book is co-sponsored with the Library’s American Folklife Center, the Prints and Photographs Division and the Publishing Office. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Jewish Women Comedians Are Subject of Documentary Film

Tue, 18 May 2010 18:05:17 GMT

Their stories are told in "Making Trouble," a documentary film produced by the Jewish Women’s Archive (JWA). JWA Executive Director Gail Twersky Reimer will show clips from the film and discuss a century of American Jewish women comedians at a program to be held at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, May 26 in the Mary Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Franklin Roosevelt vs. the Supreme Court Subject of Book Talk

Tue, 11 May 2010 22:11:00 GMT

Jeff Shesol’s new book, "Supreme Power: Franklin Roosevelt vs. the Supreme Court" recounts a fiery chapter in American history. He will discuss and sign his work on May 21.

Exploits of Baseball’s Negro Leagues Subject of Book Talk

Tue, 11 May 2010 22:09:59 GMT

Historian Timothy M. Gay tells the stories of pioneering baseball escapades in his new book, "Satch, Dizzy and Rapid Robert: The Wild Saga of Interracial Baseball Before Jackie Robinson," in a program on May 19.

History as a Way of Life: Jurgen Kocka and Klaus Larres

Thu, 06 May 2010 12:55:56 GMT

Two distinguished historians will discuss German and American historiography at the Library of Congress on May 18.

Poet Laureate’s Farewell Reading May 20

Thu, 06 May 2010 12:54:54 GMT

U. S. Poet Laureate Kay Ryan—who has been called poetry’s rock star because of her popularity—will conclude the Library of Congress spring literary season and her second and final term as Poet Laureate on May 20.

Cartoons of Early Turkish Republic June 1

Thu, 06 May 2010 12:56:40 GMT

Swann Foundation Fellow Yasemin Gencer will explore the visual and textual rhetoric of cartoons from the early years of the Turkish Republic in a lecture June 1 at the Library of Congress.

Library’s Japanese Collection: Past, Present and Future

Thu, 06 May 2010 12:53:59 GMT

Selections of the Library’s Japanese collection, consisting of more than 1.17 million items, will be on display between Sept. 20 and Oct. 16.

Rare Flute Collection To Go On Display

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 21:12:37 GMT

The Library exhibition "As the Old Sing, So the Young Twitter" takes its inspiration from the musical and verbal relationship between birds and flutes.

Carl Jung and the “Red Book” Subject of Library Symposium

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 21:11:29 GMT

In conjunction with its new exhibition "The Red Book of Carl G. Jung: Its Origins and Influence," the Library of Congress will sponsor a symposium to examine this seminal work and the Swiss psychiatrist who created it on June 19.

American Folklife Center Announces 2010 Homegrown Concert Series

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 21:10:30 GMT

The American Folklife Center's annual concert series returns with "Homegrown 2010: The Music of America" on Wednesday, April 28, at noon in the Coolidge Auditorium.

Public Events at the Library of Congress, May to August 2010

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 21:09:41 GMT

All events are free and open to the public.

Library to Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 21:08:58 GMT

The Library of Congress’ month-long celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month will open with the first of several programs honoring the contributions of Jewish Americans.

Library's Packard Campus Announces May Film Series

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:32:23 GMT

Pugilists, cowboys and warriors hit the big screen during the May film series at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va.

Multiculturalism and the Rule of Law Subject of 2010 Law Day Program

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:50:47 GMT

In recognition of Law Day 2010, the Law Library of Congress will present a program titled "You Be the Judge: Cross-Cultural Issues in the Courts." The two-hour program will begin at noon on Monday, May 3, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Re-Examining the Portolan Chart: History, Navigation and Science

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:31:38 GMT

The Library of Congress will bring together scholars in an attempt to shed light on these important but poorly understood early maps on May 21.

VHP Explores Jewish Service in WWII

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:08:08 GMT

Liaison Specialist Jason Steinhauer of the Library of Congress Veterans History Project will present a lecture and discussion on the contributions, impact and legacy of American Jewish service during World War II on Monday, May 3, at noon in the West Dining Room of the Library’s James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Ethics Expert to Discuss Unresolved Tensions in American Health Care

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:57:33 GMT

A lecture on "Respecting Conscience, Protecting Patients: Unresolved Tensions in American Health Care" will be presented at the Library of Congress on May 6 by James F. Childress, a distinguished professor from the University of Virginia.

Symposium Celebrates New Book on the First White House Library

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:56:59 GMT

The publication of "The First White House Library: A History and Annotated Catalogue" is being celebrated at the Library of Congress on May 7 with a symposium and other events.

Pass It On: Personal Archiving Day at the Library

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:55:45 GMT

Library staff will discuss practical strategies for preserving personal collections from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, May 10, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building.

Latin-American Jewish Studies Subject of May 17 Lecture

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:53:54 GMT

History professors Raanan Rein and Jeffrey Lesser will deliver a joint lecture at the Library of Congress titled "Jewish-Latin American Historiography: The Challenges Ahead" at noon on May 17.

Library Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:52:31 GMT

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month will be celebrated by the Library of Congress during the month of May with several events and a web presentation.

First Japanese Diplomatic Mission to U.S. Is Subject of May 24 Lecture

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:42:42 GMT

“Samurai 150! The First Japanese Diplomatic Mission to the U.S. in 1860,” will be held at the Library of Congress from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, May 24, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

True Story Behind Stevenson's "Kidnapped" Is Subject of Book Discussion

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 19:19:12 GMT

Author A. Roger Ekirch will discuss his book "Birthright: The True Story That Inspired 'Kidnapped,'" including the research he did for the book at the Library of Congress, on Thursday, April 15, at noon in the Mary Pickford Theater on the sixth floor of the Library's Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, part of the Books & Beyond author series sponsored by the Center for the Book, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

“Shakespeare’s Birthday Reading” At Library of Congress on April 20

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:11:06 GMT

The Bard’s words will come alive at the Library of Congress on April 20, with performances by 16 professional actors from the Shakespeare Theater Company’s Academy for Classical Acting at The George Washington University.

The Poetry-at-Noon event will take place from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 20, three days prior to Shakespeare’s 446th birthday. It will be held in the Whittall Pavilion on the ground floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St., S.E., Washington, D.C. The program is free and open to the public; tickets and reservations are not required.

Astronomer Richard Mushotzky to Discuss “Shedding Light on Dark Matter” at Library of Congress, April 21

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 14:54:28 GMT

Richard Mushotzky, an astronomy professor at the University of Maryland, will present “Shedding Light on Dark Matter” at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 21, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

O’Sullivan’s Survey Photographs of American West Subject of Book Talk

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:30:41 GMT

“Framing the West: The Survey Photographs of Timothy H. O’Sullivan” is the subject of a discussion and signing by three of its four authors, Toby Jurovics, Carol Johnson and Will Stapp (the other is Glenn Willumson), at noon on Wednesday, April 28, in Dining Room A, sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Introducing loc.gov: Orientation and Research Strategies

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:35:16 GMT

Learn to access this wealth of information through the Digital Reference Section’s free, one-hour orientation via webinar, held monthly on the second Wednesday at 11 a.m. - noon, Eastern Daylight Time. The next session will be Wednesday, April 14. To register for the Orientation, use the Participant Registration Form at http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/orientation_form.php. Confirmation, log on instructions, and the handout will be sent via email. For more information on the orientation, see http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/orientation.html .

“Everything I Need to Know I Learned from a Children’s Book” Editor to Discuss Work

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:27:21 GMT

Anita Silvey will discuss and sign her work in a Books & Beyond program on Thursday, April 22, at noon, in Dining Room A, sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, sponsored by the Center for the Book, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Library of Congress to Host Millennium Arts Salon 10th Anniversary Lecture By Walter O. Evans, Noted Collector of African American Art, Books, Manuscripts

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 17:58:05 GMT

In an illustrated lecture, Walter O. Evans will present “Ten Favorite Books and Manuscripts in My Collection” at noon on Friday, April 30, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Free and open to the public, no tickets or reservations are needed.

Zambia’s Cultural Heritage Is Subject of April 13 Program At the Library of Congress

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:15:42 GMT

As part of a year-long celebration of its 50th anniversary, the African Section of the Library’s African and Middle Eastern Division will sponsor a program on Zambia’s cultural heritage at noon on Tuesday, April 13, in Room 220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The featured speaker will be Mulenga Kapwepwe, the Republic of Zambia’s Deputy Finance Minister and chair of the Zambian National Arts Council.

Library’s Packard Campus Showcases Movie Classics in April Film Series

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 12:45:55 GMT

Cinema tough guys Humphrey Bogart, James Cagney, Edward G. Robinson, Steve McQueen and Robert DeNiro are in the spotlight during April’s film festival at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va. Starting April 1, this month’s film series will also include luminaries such as Fred Astaire, Loretta Young, Kirk Douglas, Bette Davis and Tyrone Power.

Author Hugh Howard to Discuss “Houses of the Founding Fathers” On April 19 at Library of Congress

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 17:35:48 GMT

Author Hugh Howard will discuss his book “Houses of the Founding Fathers” at noon on Monday, April 19, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture, sponsored by the Humanities and Social Sciences Division, is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

“Church of the Presidents” Is Subject of Author’s Book Discussion

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:10:18 GMT

Richard F. Grimmett, author of “St. John’s Church, Lafayette Square: The History and Heritage of the Church of the Presidents, Washington, D.C.,” will discuss and sign his book on Wednesday, March 24, at noon, in the West Dining Room, sixth floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. This Books & Beyond program, sponsored by the Center for the Book, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Jonathan D. Spence To Present Fourth Kislak Lecture on April 13

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:43:49 GMT

Historian Jonathan D. Spence, one of the foremost experts on modern China, will deliver the fourth Jay I. Kislak lecture titled "Mapping the Way: The Chinese Quests of Matteo Ricci" at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 13, in the Coolidge auditorium on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library’s Baseball Treasures Subject of Talk on April 12

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:27:46 GMT

“Baseball Americana: Treasures from the Library of Congress” (Smithsonian Books, 2009) will be the subject of a discussion by its authors – Harry Katz, Frank Ceresi, Phil Michel, Wilson McBee and Susan Reyburn – on Monday, April 12, at noon in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event is part of the Books & Beyond authors series, which is sponsored by the Center for the Book. The Library’s Publishing Office is co-sponsoring this program, which is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Library of Congress Acquires Dexter Gordon Collection of Jazz

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:04:15 GMT

The Library will celebrate the acquisition of the invaluable record of Dexter Gordon’s cultural legacy in a special program at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 16, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

“Secret Flights” of the Wright Brothers Are Subject of Book Discussion

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:33:55 GMT

Wilbur and Orville Wright's first powered flights and more are the subject of “Conquering the Sky: The Secret Flights of the Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk,” (Palgrave Macmillan, 2009) by Larry E. Tise. Tise will discuss and sign his book on Wednesday, April 7, at noon in the Pickford Theater, third floor of the Library of Congress James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

William Schuman’s Seventh Symphony Subject of Lecture on March 25

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:40:12 GMT

Steven Swayne of Dartmouth College will present a talk titled “William Schuman’s Puzzling Seventh Symphony” at noon on Thursday, March 25, in the Coolidge Auditorium, ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St., S.E. Washington, D.C.

Poet Laureate Kay Ryan to Hold Videoconference With Community College Students on April 1

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:28:19 GMT

U.S. Poet Laureate Kay Ryan will anchor a one-hour videoconference from the Library of Congress on April 1 to highlight Community College Poetry Day across the country.

Story Tellers and Story Keepers: The Library of Congress and The Country Music Association Celebrate Country Music

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:35:19 GMT

The Library of Congress and the Country Music Association (CMA) today announced a day-long program for the CMA Board of Directors at the nation’s library, including a comprehensive tour of the historic Jefferson Building, an extensive orientation to the Library’s music, sound recording, and folk collections focusing on Country Music, and a concert in the Coolidge Auditorium.

Arlen/Gershwin/Harburg Revue “Life Begins at 8:40” In Concert at the Library of Congress, First Performance in 75 Years; Recording Follows

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:20:13 GMT

The Music Division of the Library of Congress will present the 1934 Harold Arlen/Ira Gershwin/Yip Harburg musical revue “Life Begins at 8:40” in concert, its first live performance in 75 years, in the Library’s Coolidge Auditorium at 10 First St., S.E., Washington, D.C., on Monday, March 22, 2010, at 8 p.m. Aaron Gandy will conduct the cast of 25 and the 24-piece orchestra.

“It’s Never Too Late for Love” Poetry Reading At Library of Congress on March 12

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:17:02 GMT

Poets Heddy Reid and Margaret Mackinnon will read their poems and those by other poets in the rescheduled event "Love Poems" reading at noon on Friday, March 12, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

The Creative Coalition Joins with the Library of Congress to Celebrate the Nation’s Creative Patrimony

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:28:22 GMT

The Creative Coalition, in conjunction with the Library of Congress, will host “A Night of Treasures – a Tribute to America's Treasured Film, Broadcast, and Recorded Sound Heritages.” This spectacular evening will take place at the Library’s historic Thomas Jefferson Building in the nation's capital, on a date to be announced.

March Film Series Announced at the Library’s Packard Campus Theater

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:06:30 GMT

Oscar winners and contenders, musicals, science fiction and Boris Karloff classics headline the March film series at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va., starting March 4. This month’s film series will include movies with such luminaries as Clint Eastwood, Ava Gardner, William Holden, Edward G. Robinson, Shirley Temple and John Wayne.

NASA Chief Scientist James B. Garvin to Discuss “Mars Update” at Library of Congress, March 17

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:36:43 GMT

NASA Chief Scientist James B. Garvin will present “Mars Update” at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 17, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Journalist Hoda Kotb to Deliver Women's History Month Keynote Address on March 19

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:34:52 GMT

Broadcast journalist and television personality Hoda Kotb will deliver the keynote address for the Library of Congress’s month-long celebration of Women’s History Month. The event will be held at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 19, in the Montpelier Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave S.E., Washington, D.C.

“Island in a Storm” Author to Discuss His Book That “Warns of a Warmer World”

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:03 GMT

Oceanographer Abby Sallenger, author of “Island in a Storm: A Rising Sea, A Vanishing Coast and a Nineteenth Century Disaster That Warns of a Warmer World” (Public Affairs, 2009) will discuss and sign his work on Tuesday, March 16, at noon in the Mumford Room, sixth floor, Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Author Cecelia Tichi to Discuss “Civic Passions: Seven Who Launched Progressive America,” March 25

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:54:58 GMT

Cecelia Tichi will give a lecture about her new book “Civic Passions: Seven Who Launched Progressive America (and What They Teach Us)” at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 25, in Room 119 on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington D.C. Sponsored by the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress, the event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

African Student Airlift to America Subject of Book Talk at the Library of Congress on March 12

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:29:19 GMT

Cora Weiss and Tom Schactman discuss the book “Airlift to America: How Barack Obama Sr., John F Kennedy, Tom Mboya and 800 East African Students Changed Their World and Ours" at the Library of Congress at noon on Friday, March 12, in the Whittall Pavilion, located on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, which is sponsored by the African Section of the Librarys African and Middle Eastern Division, is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

Library of Congress to Co-Sponsor National Collegiate Book Collecting Contest

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:14:44 GMT

The Center for the Book and the Rare Book and Special Collections Division of the Library of Congress, the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America and the Fellowship of American Bibliophilic Societies have jointly assumed leadership of the National Collegiate Book-Collecting Contest, with major support from the Jay I. Kislak Foundation. Entries for the 2010 competition must be submitted by June 4, 2010. The Library of Congress will host the awards ceremony and a lecture on book collecting on Oct. 15, 2010.

“Remarkable” Mixed-Race Family in 20th Century Is Subject of Book Discussion

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:45:33 GMT

Adele Logan Alexander has written a fascinating account of this couple in “Parallel Worlds: The Remarkable Gibbs-Hunts and the Enduring (In)significance of Melanin” (University of Virginia Press, 2010). Alexander will discuss and sign her book on Wednesday, March 3, at 12:30 p.m. in Dining Room A, sixth floor, James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event, part of the Books and Beyond author series of the Center for the Book, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Book Detailing Stalin-Era Records of Soviet Intelligence to Be Discussed

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:28:04 GMT

“Spies: The Rise and Fall of the KGB in America” (Yale University Press, 2009) is the fascinating and sometimes shocking story of the activities of the KGB in the United States during the 1930s and 1940s. Author John Haynes (who co-wrote “Spies” with Harvey Klehr and Alexander Vassiliev) will discuss and sign his work on Tuesday, March 2, at noon in the Mary Pickford Theater, third floor, James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event, co-sponsored by the Center for the Book and the Manuscript Division in the Library of Congress, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required. John Haynes is a historian in the Manuscript Division.

"Voices from Afghanistan" Reception on Feb. 23 Marks Exhibition Opening And Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty Acquisition

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:09:39 GMT

The Library of Congress, in cooperation with Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), will celebrate the opening of the “Voices from Afghanistan” exhibition with a private reception and preview of the display. The event also marks the recent gift from RFE/RL to the Library's African and Middle Eastern Division of a collection comprising 15,000 letters from listeners of Radio Azadi (RFE/RL’s Afghan Service).

Taha Husayn’s Legacy in the Arab World is Subject Of Feb. 16 Conference at the Library of Congress

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:33:41 GMT

Egyptian writer and scholar Taha Husayn’s legacy in the Arab world is the subject of a conference to be held at the Library of Congress from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16, in the Mary Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue S.E., Washington D.C. The event, sponsored jointly by the Library’s African and Middle Eastern Division and the Embassy of Egypt’s Cultural Affairs Office, is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

Library Orientation Webinar Feb. 10

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:27:17 GMT

Learn to access this wealth of information on the Library's website through the Digital Reference Section’s free, one-hour orientation via webinar on February 10 from 11 a.m. - noon.

Influential Lobbyist of the Gilded Age Is Subject of Book Discussion

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:49:21 GMT

Kathryn Allamong Jacob will discuss and sign her new book, “King of the Lobby: The Life and Times of Sam Ward, Man-About-Washington in the Gilded Age” (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2009) on Tuesday, Feb. 23, at noon in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event is sponsored by the Center for the Book and is part of the center’s Books & Beyond author series. The program is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Russian Poet’s Search for Yiddish is Subject of Documentary Film To Be Discussed at the Library of Congress on Feb. 16

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:50:02 GMT

Alexander Gorodnitsky will discuss his 90-minute documentary titled "Search for Yiddish," and show selected clips at the Library of Congress at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 16, in the West Dining Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Building located at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The free, public event is sponsored by the European Division and the Library of Congress Hebrew Language Table.

Love Poems and Romance Movie “Bright Star” Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Library of Congress, Feb. 9

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:11:26 GMT

Kate Harding of Nantucket will read her award-winning entry and poets Heddy Reid and Margaret Mackinnon will present a sampling of classic and contemporary love poems at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 9, in the Whittall Pavilion on the ground level of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

“The United States and Sino-Indian Maritime Rivalry” Panel Discussion at Library of Congress on Feb. 22

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:56:45 GMT

The Library’s John W. Kluge Center will present “The United States and Sino-Indian Maritime Rivalry” at 4 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 22, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Cinematic Treasures Headline Library’s Packard Campus Film Series

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:09:18 GMT

In February, the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va., will showcase films named to the National Film Registry because of their cultural, historical and aesthetic significance. Beginning on Feb. 4, the series will run every Thursday through Saturday with the exception of Presidents Day holiday weekend.

Galileo’s 1610 “Starry Messenger” Will Be on Display at NASA Scientist Michelle Thaller’s Lecture on Galileo and the Telescope

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:07:16 GMT

On Wednesday, Feb. 17, NASA scientist Michelle Thaller will discuss "Galileo: 400 Years of the Telescope," and Galileo’s "Sidereus Nuncius" will be on display briefly following the lecture. Mark Dimunation, chief of the Rare Book and Special Collections Division, will be present to talk about the Galileo work.
The lecture will start at 11:30 a.m. in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

"Voices from Afghanistan" Exhibition Marks Special Acquisition

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:09:10 GMT

The Library of Congress, in cooperation with Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, (RFE/RL) will display more than 50 letters and other items from Afghanistan beginning Feb. 11. The exhibit marks the recent gift from RFE/RL to the Library's African and Middle Eastern Division of a collection comprising 15,000 letters from listeners of Radio Azadi (RFE/RL's Afghan Service).

McDonough & Riley To Receive Poetry Award Feb. 18

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:32:24 GMT

Poet Laureate Kay Ryan has chosen two talented voices in poetry, Jill McDonough and Atsuro Riley, for the 2010 Witter Bynner Fellowships, and will introduce the poets on Feb. 18 at the Library of Congress.

Jefferson's "Flight from Monticello" Is Subject of Book Discussion

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:08:15 GMT

Michael Kranish will discuss and sign his book "Flight from Monticello: Thomas Jefferson at War" (Oxford University Press, 2010) on Wednesday, Feb. 3, at noon, in the Mary Pickford Theater, third floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E.

New Online Exhibition, Symposium on NAACP Slated

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:07:27 GMT

In commemoration of African American History Month, the Library of Congress on Feb. 3 will launch a new online exhibition about the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), an organization which has donated its records to the Library, where they are the most-consulted collection. On Feb. 26, the Library of Congress also will hold a symposium on the NAACP in room LJ119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C., from 10 a.m. to noon. The symposium will be free and open to the public.

Persian Rumi Versus American Rumi

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 18:16:34 GMT

On Jan. 21, Abdolkarim Soroush, a well-known Iranian thinker and reformer and a Distinguished Visiting Scholar in the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress, will present a lecture on Rumi, the 13th-century Persian poet, jurist, theologian and Sufi mystic.

Main Reading Room Open Feb. 15

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:27:01 GMT

In honor of the federal Presidents’ Day Holiday, the magnificent Main Reading Room of the Library of Congress welcomes visitors for a special public open house on Monday, Feb. 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Main Reading Room is located on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street, S.E. Washington, DC.

Judaica Collections in Russia Subject of Feb. 3 Lecture At the Library of Congress

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 20:27:27 GMT

Shimon Iakerson, curator of Judaica at the Russian Museum of Ethnography, will deliver a presentation on "Unique Hebrew Manuscripts in St. Petersburg, Russia" at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 3, in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, located in Room LJ220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Library Announces January Film Series

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:38:15 GMT

The Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va., will showcase The Beatles, Disney cartoons and silent movies in its January film series, starting Jan. 7. The Packard Campus Theater will be closed on New Year’s weekend and the Martin Luther King holiday weekend.

Public Events at the Library of Congress, January - April 2010

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:24:15 GMT

Public Events at the Library of Congress, January - April 2010

(Events subject to change; all telephone numbers are 202 area code)

Free Press in a Time of Terrorism is Subject of Program

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 20:07:15 GMT

In celebration of Human Rights Day, the Law Library of Congress will host a 90-minute panel discussion titled "Free Press in a Time of Terrorism" at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 10.

Research Webinar

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:43:55 GMT

Learn to access this wealth of information at the Library of Congress through the Digital Reference Section's free one-hour orientation via webinar on December 9. To register for the Orientation, use the Participant Registration Form at http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/orientation_form.php. Confirmation, log on instructions, and the handout will be sent via email.

Abandoned Children in 19th-Century New York City Subject of Book Discussion

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:45:27 GMT

In "Abandoned: Foundlings in Nineteenth-Century New York City" (New York University Press, 2008), Julie Miller offers a fascinating, frustrating and often heartbreaking history of a once-devastating, now-forgotten social problem that wracked one of America's biggest metropolises.

Miller, who is the early-American specialist in the Library’s Manuscript Division, will discuss and sign her book during a Books & Beyond program on Wednesday, Dec. 9, at noon in the Pickford Theater, third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event, which is sponsored by the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required. The Library’s Manuscript Division is co-sponsoring this event.

Geneva Conventions at 60 is Subject of Dec. 3 Program

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:09:34 GMT

To mark the 60th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions of 1949, the Law Library of Congress, the American Red Cross and the Friends of the Law Library of Congress will present a 90-minute program titled "The Geneva Conventions at 60: Taking Stock" at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 3. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held in Room LJ119, located on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Advance reservations are required. Contact Barbara Moore, 202-707-9834 or bmoo@loc.gov.

Biosphere and Human History

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:08:46 GMT

Historians David Christian and John R. McNeill, in a lecture at the Library of Congress, will discuss how rapidly increasing human impact on the biosphere is changing the way scholars and experts view human history.

Christian and McNeill will present "The Anthropocene: Are We There Yet?" at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 10, in the Whittall Pavilion on the ground level of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. This event, sponsored by the Library’s John W. Kluge Center, is free and open to the public. No reservations are needed.

Library Announces December Film Series

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:44:05 GMT

The Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va., celebrates the holidays and film preservation in its December film series, starting Dec. 3. The Packard Campus Theater will be closed on Christmas weekend.

Ambassador of Singapore to Deliver Lecture on Dec. 2

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:55:07 GMT

The theme of international commerce and cross-border economic development will be addressed at the inaugural program of the Asian Ambassadors Lecture Series, which will be held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 2, in the Mumford Room of the Library of Congress, located on the sixth floor of the James Madison building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Louis Braille Bicentennial Exhibition

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:45:12 GMT

The Library of Congress commemorates the 200th anniversary of Braille’s birth with "Louis Braille: His Legacy and Influence," an exhibition in the foyer of the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The exhibit, which is free and open to the public, runs today through Jan. 30, 2010. The exhibition can be viewed online at myloc.gov/Exhibitions/braille/Pages/default.aspx.

“Molto Animato! Music and Animation” Opens on Nov. 12

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:53:19 GMT

A new Library exhibition, "Molto Animato! Music and Animation," opens on Thursday, Nov. 12, and will be on view through March 28, 2010.

Barbara Lynn and Friends

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:35:34 GMT

Barbara Lynn and Friends perform Texas rhythm and blues.

Israeli Classical Music Is Subject of Nov. 19 Lecture

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:33:46 GMT

Ronit Seter, a scholar in the field of Israel art music, will pose the question "Is Israeli Classical Music Jewish?" at a discussion to be held at noon on Thursday, Nov. 19 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room (Room 220), located on the second floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Symposium Highlights Portuguese Renaissance

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:32:55 GMT

A symposium, "The Portuguese Renaissance and the Brazilian Baroque: A Colloquium on Three New Books" will be held on Friday, November 13, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Members’ Room, first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building located at 10 First Street, S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public.

Poets Hoagland and Perillo to Read Nov. 12

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:57:10 GMT

A National Book Critics Circle Award finalist (2003) and a MacArthur fellow (2000) will read their poems at the Library of Congress on Nov. 12.

Tony Hoagland, from Houston, Texas, and Lucia Perillo, from Olympia, Wash., will read at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, sponsored by the Library’s Poetry and Literature Center, is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Journalist to Discuss His Book on Immigrant Families

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:55:23 GMT

New York Times best-selling author Steven V. Roberts follows the stories of 13 families in his poignant, eye-opening look at immigration in "From Every End of This Earth: 13 Families and the New Lives They Made in America" (HarperCollins, 2009). Roberts will discuss and sign his work at the Library of Congress on Monday, Nov. 16 at noon in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event, sponsored by the Center for the Book as part of its Books & Beyond author series, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Library Announces November Film Series

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:49:16 GMT

Cowboys, comedies and miracles headline the November film series at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va., starting Nov. 5. The Packard Campus Theater will be closed on Thanksgiving weekend.

Gypsy Rose Lee Subject of Book Talk

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:52:09 GMT

Frankel will discuss her biography of Gypsy Rose Lee on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at noon in Dining Room A, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The program is sponsored by the Center for the Book as part of its Books & Beyond author series. The co-sponsor is the Library’s Humanities and Social Sciences Division, whose reference specialist worked with Frankel on her research. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Fall Preview of Books, Gifts at the Library of Congress

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:07:45 GMT

Get a jump on holiday shopping at the fall Sale-a-Thon, hosted by the Publishing Office of the Library of Congress from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

The sale, which will offer deep discounts on new and recent products, will be held in Madison Hall, located on the first floor of the James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public. Cash, credit cards and checks will be accepted.

Native American Heritage Month at the Library of Congress

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:12:54 GMT

Dawn Sturdevant Baum, a staff attorney with the Native American Rights Fund (NARF), will deliver the keynote address for the Library’s 2009 celebration of Native American Heritage Month. This year’s national theme is "Pride in Our Heritage. Honor to Our Ancestors."

The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 18 in the Whittall Pavilion, located on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Map That Named America Subject of Book Talk

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:16:30 GMT

In 1507 Martin Waldseemüller created a map that depicted what was then known as "the fourth part of the world"—the other three parts being Asia, Europe and Africa. One thousand copies were printed but only one remains, discovered by accident in the library of a German castle in 1901. One hundred two years later, the Library of Congress purchased it for $10 million.

When Toby Lester heard about the map, he set out on a journey to tell the story of how the map was created and eventually came to the Library of Congress. The result is his book "The Fourth Part of the World: The Race to the Ends of the Earth and the Epic Story of the Map That Gave America Its Name." Lester will discuss his work on Thursday, Nov. 5, at noon in the Mary Pickford Theater, third floor, Library of Congress James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Filmmaker to Discuss "The Woman From Sarajevo"

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:18:34 GMT

With a theme of "one good turn deserves another," a film titled "The Woman From Sarajevo" will be shown at the Library of Congress at 1 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9 in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Library’s James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library Salutes Asian Pacific American Heroes

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:17:53 GMT

The Veterans History Project of the American Folklife Center and the Library of Congress Asian Division Friends Society will co-host a special commemorative program titled "Unsung Heroes: Asian Pacific American Heroism during World War II" on Monday, Oct. 26 at 9 a.m. in the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, Room 119, 10 First Street, S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are required.

"Royal Commentaries" 400th Anniversary

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:45:43 GMT

The Library of Congress and the Embassy of Peru will celebrate its 400th anniversary with a presentation by scholars at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 19, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Building, 100 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets and reservations are not needed.

Arnold Schoenberg Subject of Lecture on Oct. 28

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:23:44 GMT

Walter Frisch will discuss "Arnold Schoenberg's Creative Journey, 1897-1912" at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 28 in the Coolidge Auditorium, ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St., S.E. Washington, D.C.

Jews of Brazil Subject of Oct. 20 Lecture at the Library of

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:05:45 GMT

Daniel R. Pinto of the Embassy of Brazil will deliver an illustrated lecture on "The Jews of Brazil" at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 20, in the African and Middle Eastern Division (AMED) Reading Room, Room 220 of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored jointly by AMED and the Hispanic Division, the event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Leonard Marcus and Jon Scieszka in Program

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:41:01 GMT

Considered one of America's leading authorities on children’s books, historian and critic Leonard S. Marcus will discuss his new book, "Funny Business: Conversations with Writers of Comedy," during a program at the Library of Congress on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at noon in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E.

“Fiction at the Library of Congress” Program on Oct. 23

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:37:01 GMT

Four Library of Congress veterans—John Y. Cole and Guy Lamolinara of the Center for the Book, Mark Dimunation of the Rare Book and Special Collections Division and Alice Birney of the Manuscript Division—will present "Fiction at the Library of Congress," on Friday, Oct. 23, at noon in the West Dining Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The program is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Designer Gilbert Rohde Is Subject of Discussion on Oct. 22

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:36:18 GMT

"Gilbert Rohde: Modern Design for Modern Living" is the subject of a discussion on Thursday, Oct. 22, at noon in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Library’s James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event, part of the Books & Beyond author series of the Center for the Book, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required. The discussion is co-sponsored by the Center for the Book and the Prints and Photographs Division’s Center for Architecture, Design and Engineering.

Rock Hall of Fame Guitarist Chris Hillman Speaks at Library

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:35:37 GMT

Through his four-decade career, rock pioneer Chris Hillman has carved a permanent niche in the history of contemporary American music through his work with such notable bands as The Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers and the Desert Rose Band.

He will talk about the craft of the songwriter and about his prolific career on Friday, Oct. 16, at noon in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E. Washington, D.C. The event is free to the public; no tickets are required.

Music and the Brain Series Returns to the Library

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:34:55 GMT

Music across cultures, the relationship of music to spirituality, music’s affect on our health and well-being, and music as a new tool in fighting the deterioration of the aging brain and promoting mental fitness—these are all themes explored in the Library’s popular Music and the Brain series. Programming continues this season with an expanded roster of thought-provoking events, including 12 lectures, a special panel on music and grief, four onstage interviews with artists, a stress reduction workshop using music therapy techniques and a mini-series offering composer documentaries by the Dutch filmmaker Frank Scheffer.

Library of Congress Research Orientation

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:03:46 GMT

The Digital Reference Section is conducting a free, one-hour orientation webinar on conducting research at the Library of Congress on October 14 at 11 a.m. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Confirmation, log on instructions, and the handout will be sent via email.

Lecture on the Hubble Telescope

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:31:32 GMT

David S. Leckrone, just-retired senior project scientist for the Hubble Space Telescope Program, will present "The Hubble Space Telescope: A New Beginning" at the Library of Congress at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Arizona Congressman to Deliver Closing Keynote Address

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:01:32 GMT

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Rep. Raúl Grijalva (D-Ariz.) will deliver the closing keynote address on Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 1:30 p.m. in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library of Congress’ James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required. A small reception will follow.

Kay Ryan Launches Poetry Project Oct. 21

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:02:09 GMT

The poet laureate will launch her project at the Library of Congress at a reading to open the literary season at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 21, in the Coolidge Auditorium on the ground level of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets and reservations are not needed.

Library Announces October Film Series

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:33:34 GMT

Gangsters, aliens and Hollywood divas light up the marquee in October when the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation begins its fall series of film screenings in Culpeper, Va., starting Oct. 8. The Packard Campus Theater will be closed the first week of the month.

The Litvak Legacy is Subject of Oct. 15 Book Talk

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:18:58 GMT

From the 1880s to the 1920s, an estimated one million Lithuanian Jews (Litvak) left their native Lita, on the western edge of the Russian Empire, due to the anti-semitism of the Czars. They emigrated to the United States and other countries throughout the world.

The cultural heritage of those Lithuanian Jews is the subject of a new book titled "The Litvak Legacy," which author Dr. Mark N. Ozer will discuss at the Library of Congress at noon on Thursday, Oct. 15 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, located in Room 220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Comedy Icon Carl Reiner to Speak at Library of Congress

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:18:16 GMT

Carl Reiner, a giant of American comedy for nearly six decades, will speak at the Library of Congress at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, October 26 as part of the Books & Beyond author series sponsored by the Library’s Center for the Book. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be in the Montpelier Room of the Library’s James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E. in Washington (doors will open at 12:30 p.m.) Following his talk, Reiner will sign his recently published book "Just Desserts" as well as his children’s book "Tell Me a Scary Story, But Not TOO Scary" beginning at 2 p.m.

Photographer F. Holland Day Is Subject of Book Discussion

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 17:48:56 GMT

Patricia J. Fanning, associate professor and chairperson of the Department of Sociology at Bridgewater State College in Massachusetts, has written a biography of famed photographer F. Holland Day (1864-1933). The book, "Through an Uncommon Lens: The Life and Photography of F. Holland Day," is published by the University of Massachusetts Press. It is the first biography of Day in more than 25 years and includes substantial new material.

Fanning will present an illustrated discussion of her work at the Library on Thursday, Oct. 29, at noon in Dining Room A of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required. Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing by the author following the program.

Cowboy poet PAUL ZARZYSKI and cowboy singer-composer WYLIE GUSTAFSON

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 14:46:10 GMT

Paul Zarzyski and Wylie Gustafson perform rodeo poetry and music from Montana at noon in the Coolidge Auditorium.

W.R. Smyser Discusses Kennedy and Berlin Wall

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:50:38 GMT

In the book "Kennedy and the Berlin Wall: ‘A Hell of a Lot Better Than a War,’" author William R. Smyser recounts the full story of the Berlin crisis that riveted international attention and brought the world to the brink of nuclear warfare as Soviet and American tanks opposed each other on the streets of Berlin.

Smyser, a former holder of the Henry A. Kissinger Chair in Foreign Policy and International Relations at the Library of Congress John W. Kluge Center, will discuss his book at the Library at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 29, in Room 119 on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Cartoonist Ding Cong Symposium

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:42:34 GMT

A Library of Congress symposium, "Public Art and Illustrations: The Cartoons and Art of Ding Cong," will celebrate the life and work of China’s famous cartoonist and artist, Ding Cong, who provided daring social commentary on Chinese society during China’s turbulent 20th century.

The symposium, which is free and open to the public, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Oct. 20, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is sponsored by the Library’s John W. Kluge Center, and reservations or tickets are not needed.

Americas Award for Children’s and Young Adult Literature

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:43:20 GMT

Authors Yuyi Morales and illustrator Margarita Engle will receive the 2008 Americas Award for Children’s and Young Adult Literature during the 16th award presentation hosted by the Library of Congress, on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9:30 a.m. to noon in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue S.E., Washington, D.C.

Russian Immigration in Israel is Subject of Oct. 14 Lecture

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:03:08 GMT

The lecture titled "Russim: On Russian Immigration and Culture in Israel" will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14 in Room 139 of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, which is sponsored jointly by the European Division and the Hebrew Language Table in cooperation with the Embassy of Israel, is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

Ronald Dworkin to Deliver Kellogg Lecture

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:03:12 GMT

Ronald Dworkin, professor of jurisprudence at University College London and the New York University School of Law, will deliver the inaugural Frederic R. and Molly S. Kellogg Biennial Lecture on Jurisprudence at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, in the Coolidge Auditorium of the Library of Congress, located at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture, titled "Is There Truth in Interpretation? Law, Literature and History," will focus on the philosophical aspects of the law.

Philip Trager Discusses His Art

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:02:22 GMT

Architecture and dance photographer Philip Trager, whose work is now on display at the National Building Museum exhibition "Form and Movement," will discuss his art and technique in an illustrated lecture at the Library of Congress.

Trager will talk at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 8, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Free and open to the public, the event is part of "Artist Talk," an ongoing lecture series from the Library’s Center for Architecture, Design and Engineering. The series features prominent creators and experts in the field of the built environment.

StoryCorps To Collect Latino-American Interviews

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:59:33 GMT

The American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress will be of the repository for personal interviews with Latino Americans from across the United States as StoryCorps launches its "Historias" mobile booth. These contemporary personal narrative recordings of Latinos and Latinas—along with related manuscripts and photographs—will complement other Hispanic and Latin-American collections at the center such as the Juan B. Rael Collection, which includes recordings of Spanish-language folksongs and dramas; the California Gold collection, which contains Spanish-language songs and speech; and the Alan Lomax collection, which contains Spanish-language materials recorded in Spain and the Caribbean.

"Herblock!" Opens Oct. 13

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:31:05 GMT

The Library of Congress will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Herbert L. Block, widely known as Herblock, with an exhibition that looks at his entire 72-year career, which began in 1929 under President Herbert Hoover and concluded in 2001 during the presidency of George W. Bush.

Authors to Discuss New Book on Cartoonist Herblock

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:17:49 GMT

To mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of political cartoonist Herbert Block (Herblock), the Library of Congress and the Herb Block Foundation, in association with W. W. Norton & Company, have published "HERBLOCK: The Life and Works of the Great Political Cartoonist." Authors Haynes Johnson and Harry L. Katz will discuss this retrospective volume work at noon on Thursday, Oct. 15, in Dining Room C, located on the sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Song of America Tour Continues for Second Season

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:25:37 GMT

The Library of Congress and baritone Thomas Hampson resume their acclaimed "Song of America" project with a second season through February 2010. Drawing on the unparalleled collection of American songs housed at the Library of Congress, Hampson will present a unique series of recitals, educational activities, exhibitions, recordings, webcasts and interactive online resources. Some recital venues will have lobby exhibitions of facsimiles from the music archives of the Library, and joint efforts with local academic and cultural partners are planned to give a wide range of listeners access to America's history as told through its rich array of song.

Poetry at Noon Series Starts Season on Sept. 22

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:42:16 GMT

For "Life is Beautiful" three guest poets—Sue Ellen Thompson, Barbara Crooker and Joseph Ross—will read poems from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 22, in the Whittall Pavilion on the ground level of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Maps of Jed Hotchkiss on Display

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:00:48 GMT

A selection of these maps, used by Confederate officers to plan military operations and strategy, are on display at the Library of Congress in the exhibition "Jed Hotchkiss, Shenandoah Valley Mapmaker" from now until July 31, 2010.

Former U.S. Ambassador to Honduras to Deliver Hispanic Heritage Month Keynote

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:00:10 GMT

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Cresencio "Cris" Arcos, former United States ambassador to Honduras, will deliver the keynote address on Thursday, Sept. 17, at 1 p.m. in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Baseball Subject of Symposium at Library of Congress

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:59:17 GMT

Hall of Fame player Ernie Banks, all-star pitcher, broadcaster, and manager Larry Dierker, baseball language expert Paul Dickson, and Negro Leagues pitcher Mamie "Peanut" Johnson will be the featured speakers at a two-day symposium, "Baseball Americana," on Oct. 2 and 3. Admission is free, but advance registration is required. To register, go to www.loc.gov/folklife/Symposia/Baseball/registration.php.

September Film Series Announced at the Library’s Packard Campus Theater

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:42:33 GMT

Rock & Roll documentaries and classic films from the National Film Registry highlight September film screenings at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va., starting Sept. 10. The Packard Campus Theater will be closed Labor Day weekend.

Vardanants Day on Sept. 15 Remembers William Saroyan

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:27:45 GMT

As part of an afternoon dedicated to the celebration of the centenary of Pulitzer Prize-winning Armenian author William Saroyan’s birth, Dickran Kouymjian will deliver the 14th Annual Vardanants Day Lecture titled "The Unknown Saroyan" at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library of Congress’s James Madison Memorial Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Peering Into Hurricanes

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:18:32 GMT

Scott Braun will present "Peering Into the Storm: NASA's Exploration of Hurricanes" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at the Library of Congress in the Mary Pickford Theater.

Public Events for September - December 2009

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:37:19 GMT

Public Events at the Library of Congress, September - December 2009
(Events subject to change; all telephone numbers are 202 area code) ALL EVENTS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Folklife Center Celebrates New Acquisition

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 14:32:15 GMT

The National Council for the Traditional Arts (NCTA) has donated its collection to the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress. An unparalleled assemblage of archival recordings of folk music, the collection contains classic recordings of now-legendary artists, such as Tommy Jarrell, Elizabeth Cotten, Wade Mainer, John Cephas, Edith Butler and the Blind Boys of Alabama, as well as the only extant recordings of many artists.

Jane Goodall on "Hope for Animals"

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:48:19 GMT

Jane Goodall will discuss her new book "Hope for Animals and Their Worlds: How Endangered Species Are Being Rescued from the Brink" at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10 in the Coolidge Auditorium on the ground level of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Blockbuster Authors Join Book Festival Lineup

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:20:56 GMT

Authors James Patterson, George Pelecanos, Nikki Grimes, Marilynne Robinson, Sharon Creech, Daniel Silva and W. Ralph Eubanks will be among the writers and illustrators joining the stellar lineup for the ninth annual National Book Festival, to be held on the National Mall from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26. The event is free and open to the public.

Junior Fellows Summer Interns to Display Treasures from the Library of Congress

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:40:25 GMT

Junior Fellows Summer Interns and Library curators will present a display of rare and unique items from the Libraryâs unparalleled collections.

Library of Congress Announces 2009-2010 Concert Season

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:39:38 GMT

The Concerts from the Library of Congress series presents a definitive look at the intimate art of the string quartet as the centerpiece of its 84th concert season, which offers 32 concerts, three film series, and 25 lectures by notable scholars, scientists and other experts.

Understanding the Mercator Projection

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:51:13 GMT

The Mercator projection - a method of showing a map of the globe on a flat surface - is one of the most important mathematical innovations in the history of cartography. Yet few historians of cartography could explain what it actually is or how it was accomplished.

Library Announces August Film Series

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:50:30 GMT

Cinema buffs who like John Wayne, Westerns and movie classics will enjoy the addition of two new themes to the film series lineup in August at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va., starting August 1.

Library of Congress Seeks Volunteer Docents

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:32:23 GMT

The Library of Congress has seen an increased number of visitorsâby approximately 40 percentâsince inaugurating the Library of Congress Experience and its new exhibitions in April 2008. To best serve the more than 1.6 million visitors who come each year, eager to view the magnificent Thomas Jefferson Building in Washington, D.C., and learn about the treasures it contains, the Libraryâs Visitor Services Office relies on more than 230 trained volunteers to staff the Information Desks and conduct tours.

Each fall, the Library's Visitor Services Office offers a 16 week training program for volunteer docents who will gain the skills necessary to lead tours of the Library's historic Thomas Jefferson building. The 2009 training classes for docents will begin on Sept. 8, 2009.

Library of Congress Co-Hosts Silent Film Screenings in Nationwide Celebration of Mary Pickford Centenary

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:30:59 GMT

Silent-film buffs will have a rare opportunity to see several films featuring legendary actress and producer Mary Pickford, at screenings in several U.S. theaters through December. Next in the sequence of screenings cosponsored by the Library of Congressâcelebrating Pickfordâs centennial as a star of the silver screenâwill be the San Francisco Silent Film Festival on July 11, 2009. That day, a trio of Pickford classics from the Libraryâs collections will be among the Saturday screenings at the historic Castro Theater, 429 Castro Street in San Francisco: "They Would Elope," "Getting Even," and "The Trick That Failed," all released in 1909. They will be among nearly a dozen silent films to be seen at the 14th annual event. Films are individually ticketed; admission to the feature film nearest the showing of the Pickford material is $14.

Ninth Annual National Book Festival to be Sept. 26

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:30:14 GMT

Bestselling authors David Baldacci, John Grisham, John Irving, Julia Alvarez, Judy Blume, Ken Burns, Gwen Ifill and Jodi Picoultâas well as celebrity chef Paula Deenâwill be among scores of authors and illustrators presenting at the 2009 National Book Festival, organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress. Now in its ninth year, this popular event celebrating the joys of reading and lifelong literacy will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009,on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., between 7th and 14th Streets from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (rain or shine). The event, for which the Honorary Chairs are President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama, is free and open to the public. More than 120,000 people attended the festival last year.

C.M. Mayo on "The Last Prince of the Mexican Empire" July 20

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:48:23 GMT

C.M. Mayo's first novel revolves around the little-known but true story of how Emperor of Mexico Maximillan von Hapsburg and his wife, Empress Carlota, adopted a toddler in 1865 from a reluctant American mother, who hailed from a prominent Georgetown family and who desperately tried to get her son back. The author will discuss the book at the Library of Congress at noon on Monday, July 20, in the Mary Pickford Theater.

Library Announces July Film Series

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:35:15 GMT

The Library of Congress National Film Registry, films by John Hughes and the best of drive-in movies highlight next month's film series at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va., starting July 9.

Northern Kentucky Brotherhood Singers concert

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:59:51 GMT

Quartet-style a capella gospel music from Kentucky on Thursday, July 16 in the Coolidge Auditorium. Another in the Homegrown 2009 Concert Series sponsored by the American Folklife Center.

NATO's 60th Celebrated With Panel Discussion

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:38:17 GMT

To mark NATO's 60th anniversary, the Law Library of Congress will host a panel discussion on the legal challenges facing NATO, from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 9 in the Montpelier Room of the Library of Congress. The event is free and open to the public but seating is limited and advance reservations are recommended.

"Limited War, Unlimited" Lecture

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:19:28 GMT

Historian Marilyn B. Young, in a lecture at the Library of Congress, will discuss the nature of Americaâs limited wars, from Korea to the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Women and Decolonization

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:53:41 GMT

Historian Philippa Levine, in a lecture at the Library of Congress, will examine why studies of decolonization rarely explore the contributions of women.

U.S. Ambassador to Armenia to Speak on June 30

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:22:42 GMT

Marie L. Yovanovitch, the U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Armenia, will deliver a "Report from Armenia" at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Memorial Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Nomi Stone to Read Poems Inspired by Jews of Tunisia

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:08:30 GMT

Nomi Stone will read from her debut collection of verses at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, June 24, in the African and Middle Eastern Division conference room, located on the second floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Judaic and Islamic Laws in Foreign Policy

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:09:58 GMT

Judaic and Islamic legal systems (based on Halakah and Sharia', respectively) have endured for centuries despite the rapid changes and challenges of the modern worldâfrom exploration of outer space to human cloning. They serve as a testimony to the relevance and universality of their underlying values and principles.

The potential application of these legal systems to the development of foreign policy is the subject of a 90-minute program titled "The Approach of the Halakah and Sharia' to Contemporary Legal Issues," which will be held at the Library of Congress at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Libraryâs James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Sikh Conference at Library of Congress Highlights Traditions

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:09:14 GMT

The history, culture and traditions of Sikhs worldwide will be the focus of a two-day national conference at the Library of Congress on June 18-19, 2009. Scholars, historians, authors, artists and industry leaders will gather to discuss Sikh-American contributions to the prosperity of American society.

Aztec dance ensemble from Pennsylvania

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:07:19 GMT

June 18 , 2009 at 12:00 noon in the Coolidge Auditorium, Jefferson Building

Ollin Yoliztli CalmecacâAztec dance ensemble from Pennsylvania

Filmmaker John Cohen

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:05:47 GMT

"The High Lonesome Sound Revisited: Documenting Traditional Culture in America," Presented by filmmaker John Cohen

June 11 , 2009, 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
Mary Pickford Theater, 3rd Floor, James Madison Building

"How Do Flowers Kill?" Lecture

Fri, 29 May 2009 16:15:55 GMT

Emiko Ohnuki-Tierney, an expert on symbols of Japanese identity, will compare the representations of the Meiji emperor of Japan with those of Lenin, Stalin and Hitler in a lecture at the Library of Congress titled "How Do Flowers Kill? â The Japanese Emperor and Modern Dictators."

Ohnuki-Tierney will present the illustrated lecture at 4 p.m. on Thursday, June 18.

American Folklife Center 2009 Season

Wed, 27 May 2009 13:14:10 GMT

The American Folklife Center in the Library of Congress kicks off its 2009 season with a concert featuring New Hampshire fiddle music in May and a lecture on the 1963 documentary "The High Lonesome Sound."

President, Mrs. Obama to be Honorary Chairs of National Book

Wed, 27 May 2009 13:13:21 GMT

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama will serve as Honorary Chairs of the 2009 National Book Festival, organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress. Now in its ninth year, this popular event celebrating the joys of reading and lifelong literacy will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009, on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., between 7th and 14th Streets from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (rain or shine). The event is free and open to the public.

"Dinosaurs Along the Silk Road"

Wed, 27 May 2009 13:12:42 GMT

During the past seven years, James M. Clark has been part of a team that found the bones of small dinosaurs mired in mud, stacked one on top of another, in the northern part of Xinjiang, China, near the ancient Silk Road.

Clark will discuss "Dinosaurs Along the Silk Road" at the Library of Congress at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

WWII Subject of Book Discussion, May 27

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:19:49 GMT

Described in a recent review as "one of the best single-volume histories of the war yet published," "World War II: 365 Days" (2009, Harry N. Abrams in association with the Library of Congress) is a unique compilation of riveting text and more than 600 color and black-and-white images (many of them rarely seen) from the Library of Congressâ collections.

The book will be discussed on Wednesday, May 27, at 12:30 p.m. in the West Dining Room on the sixth floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required. The program is sponsored by the Libraryâs Center for the Book, Publishing Office and Veterans History Project (VHP).

Are We Alone? Search for ET Life

Mon, 11 May 2009 15:45:30 GMT

Daniel Glavin, who is currently involved in the analysis of organic compounds in meteorites and in the search for extraterrestrial life, will present "Astrobiology: Are We Alone?" at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 2, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Victor Fleming Subject of Book Talk June 2

Mon, 11 May 2009 13:53:14 GMT

Baltimore Sun film critic Michael Sragow will discuss and sign his new biography, "Victor Fleming: An American Movie Master," during a Books and Beyond event on Tuesday, June 2, at noon in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, sponsored by the Libraryâs Center for the Book and the Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

"Building the Bomb" Panel Discussion

Mon, 11 May 2009 13:10:19 GMT

he John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress will hold a panel discussion on "Building the Bomb, Fearing Its Use: Nuclear Scientists, Social Responsibility and Arms Control, 1946-1996."

The discussion will take place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Libraryâs Kluge Center, the event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Racial and Cultural Identity Subject of Book Talk May 19

Thu, 07 May 2009 23:21:03 GMT

W. Ralph Eubanks will discuss and sign his new work, "The House at the End of the Road," in a Books and Beyond program on Tuesday, May 19, at noon in Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event, sponsored by the Center for the Book, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Lost Israeli Submarine Lecture

Thu, 07 May 2009 13:29:13 GMT

David Jourdan will discuss "Never Forgotten," his newly released book about the quest to find the missing sub, at the Library of Congress at noon on Monday, June 8, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Lecture on WKL Dickson

Fri, 01 May 2009 18:08:36 GMT

William Kennedy Laurie Dickson is considered one of the most influential people in the creation of early motion pictures. His cinematic legacy has been chronicled in "The Man Who Made Movies: W. K. L. Dickson," written by Paul Spehr, former assistant chief of Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division at the Library of Congress. Spehr will present two illustrated lectures highlighting Dicksonâs pioneering work in films at the Library. The first is at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 2, in the Packard Campus Theater in Culpeper, Va., and the second is at 7 p.m., Monday, May 4, in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Libraryâs James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

David Stewart to Discuss Andrew Johnsonâs Impeachment Showdown at Library of Congress on June 3

Fri, 01 May 2009 14:15:48 GMT

Author David O. Stewart will discuss Johnsonâs 1868 trial, when once again the nationâs fate hung in the balance, at noon on Wednesday, June 3, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Studio Furniture Lecture on May 15

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:28:58 GMT

Oscar P. Fitzgerald, author of the newly-released "Studio Furniture of the Renwick Gallery," will discuss these works of art at noon on Friday, May 15, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Poet Ellen Bass to Read

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:08:29 GMT

Ellen Bass will read her poetry at the Library of Congress at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The program is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Young Poets, Artists Honored at River of Words Ceremony

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:07:36 GMT

Robert Hass, former U.S. Poet Laureate from 1995 – 1997, returns to the Library of Congress to moderate a program honoring the student winners of the annual River of Words environmental poetry and art contest on Wednesday, May 13, at 10 a.m. in Room LJ-119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E.

Renaissance Maps, Texts Subject of Book Talk

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:06:50 GMT

The difficulties in researching and interpreting Renaissance texts and maps will be the subject of a Books and Beyond author discussion on Thursday, May 14, at 6:30 p.m. in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event, free and open to the public, is co-sponsored by the Library's Center for the Book and the Geography and Map Division.

Romila Thapar to Lecture on May 12

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:52:08 GMT

One of the world's foremost experts on the history of early India, Romila Thapar, winner of the 2008 Kluge Prize, will discuss the rich and ancient civilization in a lecture at the Library of Congress.

Talk on 1513 Map of Upper Rhine Valley

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:26:03 GMT

As a prelude to "Exploring Waldseemüller's World," an international symposium at the Library of Congress on May 14 and 15, John Hessler will discuss one of Martin Waldseemüller's other cartographic creations – the 1513 Map of the Upper Rhine.

Asian Pacific Heritage Month Events at the Library

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 15:14:07 GMT

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month will be celebrated by the Library of Congress during the month of May with several events, a display and a web presentation.

Jewish American Heritage Month

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:01:31 GMT

Jewish American Heritage Month will be celebrated by the Library of Congress during the month of May with several lectures and a web presentation.

Public Events at the Library of Congress

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:00:50 GMT

Public Events at the Library of Congress, May - August 2009

Shakespeare's Birthday Reading

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:20:14 GMT

William Shakespeare's 445th birthday will be celebrated at the Library of Congress with a reading of his works by 16 professional actors from the Shakespeare Theater Company's Academy for Classical Acting at The George Washington University.

The reading will take place at noon on Tuesday, April 21, two days prior to Shakespeare's official birthday. It will be held in the Whittall Pavilion on the ground floor of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street, S.E., Washington, D.C. The program is free and open to the public; tickets and reservations are not required.

Lincoln Exhibit Closing Date and Hours Extended

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:19:35 GMT

Because of overwhelming demand, the Library of Congress is extending both the closing date and public hours of "With Malice Toward None: The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Exhibition."

Shamanic Tradition, Politics and Ecological Change in Siberia

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:31:56 GMT

Marjorie Mandelstam Balzer of Georgetown University discusses "Warning of Global Warming? Shamanic Tradition, Politics and Ecological Change in Siberia" on April 30 at noon in the Mary Pickford Theater.

Kay Ryan to Read on May 7

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:56:24 GMT

U.S. Poet Laureate Kay Ryan will conclude the Library of Congress 2008-2009 literary season with a poetry reading in the historic Coolidge Auditorium, where past consultants/laureates – such as Robert Frost, Elizabeth Bishop and Robert Hayden – have read.

Ryan will read at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, in the Coolidge, on the ground level of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Library's Poetry and Literature Center, the reading is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Alexander von Humboldt Lecture

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:26:14 GMT

Andreas Daum will present "Mourning, Celebrating, Revisiting: Alexander von Humboldt in the United States, 1859-2009" at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, in Room 119 on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

WPA Writers' Project Subject of Discussion, Screening

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:25:37 GMT

The origins and legacy of the Federal Writers' Project will be the focus of an excerpted film screening and panel discussion, "Soul of a People: The WPA Writers' Project," on Tuesday, April 28, at 3 p.m. in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the Library of Congress, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The two-hour program is sponsored by the Library's Center for the Book and the American Folklife Center. It is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Gabriel Weimann to Lecture on Nazi Propaganda

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:04:35 GMT

Gabriel Weimann, professor of communication at Haifa University, will explore this dark period in European history in a lecture at the Library of Congress titled "Nazi Propoganda: The Machinery of Evil" at noon on Monday, May 18 in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The multimedia presentation will include posters, movies, speeches, public events, books, cartoons and other media used by the Nazi Party.

Peter Brown to Lecture on April 30

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:51:44 GMT

Historian Peter Brown, winner of the 2008 Kluge Prize, gives a lecture titled "A Parting of the Ways: Wealth, Working and Poverty in Early Christian Monasticism" at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Emancipation Proclamation is Subject of May 1 Law Day Program

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 18:53:43 GMT

In celebration of Law Day on May 1, the Law Library of Congress will host a panel discussion examining Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation, one of the most profound documents in U.S. history.

Sun's Influence on Climate, Life

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:46:41 GMT

Edward Guinan, professor of astronomy and astrophysics at Villanova University, is a scientist on NASA-sponsored research programs that explore the behavior of the sun – and stars like the sun – to determine the effects of their radiation, magnetic activity and ejected plasmas on planets and life.

Guinan will address the topic in a lecture titled "Our Sun – Its Influence on Climate and Life" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 22, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not needed.

Michael Coe Delivers Third Kislak Lecture

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:28:04 GMT

Anthropologist Michael D. Coe, one of the foremost experts in Mesoamerican archaeology, will deliver the third biennial Jay I. Kislak lecture titled "The Kislak Oyohualli Pendant—Eroticism and War Among the Toltecs" at the Library of Congress on Wednesday, April 29, at 7 p.m., in the Coolidge Auditorium on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library Shows Jet Li's “Hero” April 3

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:27:14 GMT

Academy Award-nominated motion picture "Ying xiong" ("Hero") made cinematic history in 2002 as the most expensive and highest-grossing Chinese film ever made. It also became the first foreign-language film to open No. 1 at the box office in the United States in 2004.

A special screening of the movie will be held at the Library of Congress at 7 p.m., Friday, April 3, in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

EPA Official to Discuss Global Environmental Issues

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:11:31 GMT

The Law Library of Congress will host a lecture by Barry Hill, senior counsel for environmental governance in the Office of International Affairs at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Maps of Henry David Thoreau

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:10:41 GMT

John Hessler, a senior reference librarian in the Geography and Map Division at the Library of Congress, will discuss Thoreau's mapping interests in "Building, Dwelling, Thinking: A Study of the Cartographic Manuscripts of Henry David Thoreau," a lecture at noon on Wednesday, April 8, in the Geography and Map Reading Room in the basement level of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

"Boat People" Are Subject of May 2 Symposium

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 19:07:05 GMT

In the years following the Vietnam War, more than 1 million refugees fled the war-ravaged countries of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. Those who took to the ocean in small, overcrowded ships were dubbed the "boat people."The plight of these refugees is the subject of a symposium titled "Journey to Freedom: The Boat People Retrospective," to be held at the Library of Congress from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday, May 2, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library's Packard Campus April Film Series

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:03:59 GMT

The Library of Congress National Film Registry, the Beatles, and a Disney Studio animated feature highlight next month's film series at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Va., starting April 3. The schedule will also feature new installments of ongoing series devoted to film adaptations of literary works and a special screening of the MGM classic "Dinner at Eight," exactly 75 years after it originally premiered in the local Culpeper theater.

Poets Kelly and McClatchy to Read

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 14:40:23 GMT

The Spring Literary Season continues at the Library of Congress with a reading by poets Brigit Pegeen Kelly and J.D. McClatchy, both past finalists for the Pulitzer Prize in Poetry.

Obama Memorabilia from Africa on Display

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:02:23 GMT

On the occasion of Barack Obama's historic presidency, the African and Middle Eastern Division of the Library of Congress has organized a display of "Obamabilia"—Obama-related memorabilia from Africa. The collection will be on display from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, through July 31, in Room 220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, located at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Symposium on Broadway Orchestrators and Orchestrations

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:27:20 GMT

he Music Division of the Library of Congress will host a free, two-day public symposium on Broadway orchestrations on Wednesday, May 6, from 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., and on Thursday, May 7, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The event will be held in the Coolidge Auditorium on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. Tickets are not required.

Paul Dickson Discusses His Baseball Dictionary

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:49:29 GMT

"The Dickson Baseball Dictionary" by Paul Dickson has been called an indispensable resource for hard-core sports fans, as well as anyone newly interested in the national pastime. Dickson will discuss his book during a Books & Beyond program sponsored by the Center for the Book and the Humanities and Social Sciences Division on Wednesday, April 15, at noon in the Mumford Room, sixth floor, Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event is free and open to the public, and no tickets are required.

Architecture in Northen Sweden

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:03:51 GMT

Mats Widbom, cultural counselor at the Embassy of Sweden, presents "Living and Building Between Tradition and Change: Vernacular Architecture in Northern Sweden" at noon in the Mary Pickford Theater.

Waldseemuller Map Symposium

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:27:38 GMT

On May 14 and May 15, prominent scholars will gather at the Library of Congress to examine Waldseemüller's cartographic vision and to reflect on the philosophical and historical context of the map's production and reception. Experts will speak on a wide range of topics, from the history of exploration and German Humanism to the mathematical and astronomical basis of early 16th-century cartography.

Marshall S. "Mike" Smith to Keynote Library of Congress Forum on American Education in the 21st Century

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 15:26:50 GMT

Marshall S. "Mike" Smith, senior counselor to U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan, will deliver the keynote address, "Education in the 21st Century," at a Library of Congress forum on K-12 education. The forum, titled "American Education in the Digital Age and Beyond: A Discussion for the 21st Century" will take place Monday, March 16, at 8:30 a.m. in the Members' Room at the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building.

"Nobody's Enemy" to be Shown on April 1

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 15:08:13 GMT

Iran's youth culture is the subject of a documentary film titled "Nobody's Enemy," which will be shown at noon on Wednesday, April 1 in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Filmmaker Neda Sarmast will speak and answer questions about the film.

Thomas Nast and French Art

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 15:07:27 GMT

Swann Foundation grantee Marie-Stéphanie Delamaire, in a lecture at the Library of Congress, will discuss American cartoonist Thomas Nast's use of artistic elements commonly employed in French grand manner and history paintings.

Israeli Film "Dancing Alfonso" to be Screened on March 31

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 18:08:08 GMT

The 50-minute film (in Hebrew, Spanish, French and Moroccan with English subtitles), will be shown at noon on Tuesday, March 31, in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Ruth Diskin, the film's distributor, will deliver remarks and answer questions at the conclusion of the screening.

Cherry Blossoms Lecture

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 15:41:32 GMT

Emiko Ohnuki-Tierney, holder of the John W. Kluge Center Chair of Modern Culture at the Library, will discuss "Blooming Cherry Blossoms, Falling Cherry Blossoms: Symbolism of the Flower in Japanese Culture and History" at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, in Room 119 on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Lecture on Christian Pacifists

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 19:27:26 GMT

Joseph Kip Kosek, assistant professor at George Washington University, will discuss the impact of radical Christian pacifists on American democratic theory and practice, at the Library of Congress on March 25.

FDR's Secretary of Labor Subject of Book Talk on March 23

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 17:11:55 GMT

Although she is no longer a household name, Frances Perkins was one of the most influential people of the 20th century. On Monday, March 23, at noon, Kirstin Downey will discuss and sign her new book, "The Woman Behind the New Deal: The Life of Frances Perkins, FDR's Secretary of Labor and His Moral Conscience," in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the Madison Building, located at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, sponsored by the Center for the Book and the Manuscript Division, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

EPA Head to Deliver Women's History Month Keynote

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:37 GMT

To honor women who have taken the lead in the environmental or "green" movement, the National Women's History Project has chosen "Women Taking the Lead to Save Our Planet" as the 2009 theme for National Women's History Month.

In keeping with the theme, the Library of Congress has invited Administrator Lisa Perez Jackson of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to deliver its keynote address at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 5, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Symposium on March 4 Celebrates Lincoln Bicentennial

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:38 GMT

The Library is sponsoring an all-day symposium on Wednesday, March 4, from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the Coolidge Auditorium on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, located at 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Reservations may be sent to specialevents@loc.gov.

Irving Berlin Subject of Lecture on March 26

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:39 GMT

Jeffrey Magee presents "Now It Can Be Told: The Unknown Irving Berlin" on Thursday, March 26, at 7 p.m. in the Coolidge Auditorium, ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. This event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Actress Rosamond Pinchot Subject of Talk on March 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:40 GMT

Bibi Gaston, who took a remarkable journey to discover the truth about her forgotten grandmother, will discuss and sign "The Loveliest Woman in America: A Tragic Actress, Her Lost Diaries and Her Granddaughter's Search for Home" in a Books & Beyond program on Tuesday, March 17, at noon, in the Pickford Theater, third floor, Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event, sponsored by the Center for the Book and the Manuscript Division, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Poems About Lincoln March 10

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:41 GMT

Poet and Abraham Lincoln scholar Daniel Mark Epstein will provide a different approach to the many Lincoln bicentennial celebrations held throughout Washington, D.C. this spring. Epstein will read poems that focus on the 16th president of the United States, in a Poetry at Noon event at the Library of Congress.

Award-Winning Writer Sally Squires To Discuss Great-Tasting, Healthy Food on a Budget

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:22:57 GMT

Sally Squires, a former Washington Post reporter, will present "Healthy Bites: Great-Tasting, Healthy Food on a Budget" at the Library of Congress at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 11, in the Mary Pickford Theater.

Doctrines on War of Arab Medieval Philosophers, Feb. 25

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 18:03:38 GMT

Maroun Aouad, a distinguished visiting scholar in the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress, will discuss the topic "Arab Medieval Philosophers' Doctrines on War" on Feb. 25.

Early Mapping Techniques of Roman Surveyors Feb. 25

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:49:46 GMT

Some of the earliest known mapping in the West was done by Roman surveyors. An inside look into their practices and techniques is the subject of a lecture this month at the Library of Congress.

Monitoring Global Food Systems

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:45:51 GMT

Molly Brown, who works at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, will address the topic in a lecture titled "Farming, Food Security, and Climate Change" at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, in the Library of Congress Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Iraq History and Society Lecture Series To Start Feb. 11

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:06:40 GMT

The African and Middle Eastern Division of the Library of Congress is sponsoring a series of lectures on Iraq history and society.

Kuna Indians Subject of Symposium, Feb. 27

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:05:57 GMT

The Library of Congress Hispanic Division, in cooperation with the Embassy of Sweden and the University of Maryland, convenes a symposium, "The Kuna and Anthropology: A Century of Engagement," on Friday, February 27, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Mary Pickford Theater, third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington. D.C. The event is free and open to the public.

Closing of Guantanamo Bay Discussion on Feb. 18

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:02:41 GMT

The Law Library of Congress will sponsor a panel discussion titled "Looking Beyond Gitmo: U.S. and Foreign Approaches Toward Legal Treatment of Terrorist Suspects."

Japanese Tapestry Artist to Lecture on March 12

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 19:24:32 GMT

On the eve of the March 13 opening of her art exhibition at the American Institute of Architects Headquarters Gallery in Washington, D.C., Japanese tapestry artist Mitsuko Asakura will discuss her work at the Library of Congress.

"Zrubavel" Film Discussion on Feb. 3

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:07:47 GMT

As part of the Library's continuing Israeli Film Series, Beru will discuss his film "Zrubavel" at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 3, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Library's Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division and the Hebrew Language Table in cooperation with the Embassy of Israel, the event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

New Book on Lincoln Assassination Discussed, Feb. 20

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:06:58 GMT

The assassination of the 16th president is one of the singular events in American history. Historian Anthony Pitch will discuss and sign his new book, "‘They Have Killed Papa Dead!': The Road to Ford's Theatre, Abraham Lincoln's Murder and the Rage of Vengeance," during a Books & Beyond program on Friday, Feb. 20, at noon in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

2009 Witter Bynner Fellows

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 16:42:47 GMT

Poet Laureate Kay Ryan has chosen two gifted voices in poetry, Christina Davis and Mary Szybist, for the 2009 Witter Bynner Fellowships, and will introduce the poets on Feb. 26 at the Library of Congress.

Special Hours Feb. 12 and Feb. 16

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:08:09 GMT

Special events, openings and an open house have resulted in some changes in hours in the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building in February.

House Whip Clyburn Speaks at Library

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:14:58 GMT

In recognition of the month, Rep. James E. Clyburn, D-S.C., Majority Whip of the House, will deliver the Library's 2009 African American History Month keynote address at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

Love Poems on Feb. 10

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:39:29 GMT

Judith Offer of Oakland, Calif.; Kristin Berkey-Abbott of Hollywood, Fla.; and Edwin M. Zimmerman of Washington, D.C., will read their poems and poems by other poets from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 10, in the Whittall Pavilion of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Civil War Book Subject of Feb. 9 Discussion

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:42 GMT

"Traveling the Freedom Road: From Slavery and the Civil War Through Reconstruction" is the subject of a Books & Beyond event sponsored by the Center for the Book on Monday, Feb. 9, at noon in the sixth-floor West Dining Room of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E. The event is free and open to the public.

Robert Burns Symposium, Feb. 24-25

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:43 GMT

To mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet, the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress, in collaboration with the Scottish government, will present a free public symposium on Burns' life and work, as well as his impact on America and American culture.

"Depression and Creativity" Symposium, Feb. 3

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:44 GMT

Kay Redfield Jamison, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences and co-director of the Johns Hopkins Mood Disorders Center at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, convenes a discussion of the effects of depression on creativity on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. in the Coolidge Auditorium, ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress Open House Feb. 16

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:45 GMT

In honor of the federal Presidents' Day Holiday, the magnificent Main Reading Room in the Thomas Jefferson Building welcomes visitors for a special public open house on Monday, Feb. 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Main Reading Room is located on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street, S.E. Washington, DC.

Darwin Bicentennial Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:46 GMT

The Science, Technology and Business Division of the Library of Congress will celebrate the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin's birth with a lecture by Sandra Herbert, one of the world's leading authorities on Darwin. She will discuss her book "Charles Darwin, Geologist," which explores how geology changed Darwin and how Darwin changed science.

Charting of Louisiana

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:47 GMT

John Hebert, chief of the Library's Geography and Map Division, discusses "The Charting of Louisiana: Five Hundred Years of Maps."

Jews of Kurdish Iraq is Subject of Feb. 11 Book Talk

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:48 GMT

Ariel Sabar will discuss his new book, "My Father's Paradise: A Son's Search for His Jewish Past in Kurdish Iraq," at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the African and Middle Eastern Reading Room, located on the second floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Talk On Abolitionist Anthony Benezet

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:49 GMT

Maurice Jackson, an assistant professor in the history department at Georgetown University, will discuss his recently published book "Let This Voice Be Heard: Anthony Benezet, Father of Atlantic Abolitionism" at the Library of Congress at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 26, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Kurtág Seats Going Fast – Don't Miss this Rare Premiere Performance

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:50 GMT

György Kurtág, one of the world's foremost composers, will perform the world premiere of his Hommage à Bartók for Two and Four Hands, a work commissioned by the Library of Congress, at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, in the Library's Coolidge Auditorium. Seats are going fast for this event, which will also feature the composer's wife, pianist Marta Kurtág, and the Keller Quartet. There is no charge for the tickets, which are required for admission. They are distributed by TicketMaster at (202) 397-SEAT, (301) 808-6900, (410) 547-SEAT and (703) 573-SEAT; each ticket carries a nominal service charge of $2.75, with additional charges for phone orders and handling. Standby tickets are often available at the auditorium the night of the performance.

Waldseemuller Symposium May 14-15

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:51 GMT

An international symposium titled "Exploring Waldseemüller's World," which will examine Martin Waldseemüller's cartographic vision and address the complex historical and philosophical questions raised by the publication of the 1507 map.

"Setting the President's Table"

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:52 GMT

Christina Keyser, an assistant curator at Mount Vernon, will discuss "Setting the President's Table" at the Library of Congress at noon on Thursday, Jan. 15, in Room 139 on the first floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. SE, Washington, D.C.

Public Events at the Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:53 GMT

Public Events at the Library of Congress

January – April 2009
(Events subject to change; all telephone numbers are 202 area code)

ALL EVENTS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

CANCELED: "Music and the Brain" Lecture 12/5

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:54 GMT

Due to illness, lecturer David Huron will be unable to deliver tonight's “Music and the Brain” series lecture, “Why do Listeners Enjoy Music that Makes them Weep?” in the Library of Congress' Thomas Jefferson Building. The lecture, scheduled for 6:15 p.m. this evening, is to be rescheduled. We regret any inconvenience.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights Discussion

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:55 GMT

The Law Library of Congress will celebrate the 60th anniversary of this groundbreaking document with a panel discussion titled "An Aspirational Illusion or a Blueprint for Continuing Reform?" This special event will coincide with the international community's annual celebration of Human Rights Day on Wednesday, Dec. 10, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Law Library's Multimedia Center, located in Room 240 of the James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

"National Treasures, Local Treasures" Travels to San Francisco Public Library

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:56 GMT

"National Treasures, Local Treasures: The Library of Congress at Your Fingertips," an educational program that brings the riches of the Library to selected cities across the country, will make its fourth stop – at the San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin St. – on Thursday, Dec. 11, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

"National Treasures, Local Treasures" Travels To Los Angeles Public Libary

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:57 GMT

"National Treasures, Local Treasures: The Library of Congress at Your Fingertips," an educational program that brings the riches of the Library to selected cities across the country, will make its fifth stop – at the Central Library of the Los Angeles Public Library, 630 W. 5th St. – on Friday, Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Chingiz Aitmatov is Subject of Dec. 4 Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:58 GMT

Chingiz Aitmatov (1928-2008), one of the most important authors writing in Kyrgyz and Russian during the last years of the 20th century, will be the focus of a symposium examining his literary works and the films based upon those works.

The symposium will be held at the Library of Congress from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4, in Room LJ-119, located on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Lubuto Library Project in Africa

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:59 GMT

To bring literacy and hope to Africa's vulnerable children, Jane Kinney Meyers founded the Lubuto Library Project. Meyers will discuss the goals and accomplishments of the project at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, Dec. 3 in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture, sponsored by the African Section of the Library's African and Middle Eastern Division, is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

Library Adds New Features for Visitors, Extends Hours

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:00 GMT

Beginning Dec. 11, a series of innovative features at the Library of Congress will greet visitors, seamlessly integrating the onsite experience in the Thomas Jefferson Building with the Library's online experience, all part of the new "Library of Congress Experience," which launched this past spring.

Talk on Civil War Era Prints

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:01 GMT

Swann Foundation grantee Mazie Harris, in a lecture at the Library of Congress, will discuss the Civil War Era chromolithographs by Henry Louis Stephens, the primary illustrator for the satirical New York journal Vanity Fair.

"National Treasures, Local Treasures" To Dallas

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:02 GMT

"National Treasures, Local Treasures: The Library of Congress at Your Fingertips," an educational program that brings the riches of the Library to selected cities across the country, will make its third stop, at the Dallas Public Library's J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young St., on Monday, Nov. 24, from 10 a.m. to noon. The program, which is open to the public, will be held in the O'Hara Exhibit Hall on the seventh floor.

"Public Markets" Book Talk

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:03 GMT

Helen Tangires, author of "Public Markets," will discuss her book at noon on Wednesday, Dec. 3, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Free and open to the public, the lecture is sponsored by the Library's Center for Architecture, Design and Engineering.

SURATI—Classical and Folk Indian Dance from New Jersey

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:04 GMT

AMERICAN FOLKLIFE CENTER AT THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
HOMEGROWN CONCERT SERIES

SURATI—Classical and Folk Indian Dance from New Jersey

November 19, 2008 at 12:00 noon, FREE
Coolidge Auditorium, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress

"Jews and Shoes" is Subject of Dec. 11 Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:05 GMT

Shoes are an integral part of Jewish material culture according to Edna Nahshon, author of a new book titled "Jews and Shoes" (Berg Publishers, 2008).

Nahshon will discuss her book at the Library of Congress at noon on Thursday, Dec. 11 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Conference Room, located in room 220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Fall Preview and Sale of Books, Cards on Nov. 21

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:06 GMT

Get a jump on holiday shopping at the fall preview of books and holiday cards, hosted by the Publishing Office of the Library of Congress from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 21.

Ambassador Fujisaki To Speak at Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:07 GMT

Japanese Ambassador to the United States Ichiro Fujisaki will discuss Japan's experience in dealing with a financial and lending crisis in a lecture titled "Lessons Learned: Good and Bad." Ambassador Fujisaki will address financial, environmental and security issues facing the world today and offer his insights about the future direction of Japan and other nations.

GIS Day on Nov. 19

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:08 GMT

he Library will celebrate GIS Day and demonstrate uses of the technology in a program titled "Research Orientation to GIS" from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Nov. 19 in the Geography and Map Reading Room in the basement of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

American Folklife Center Lecture Featuring Len Graham

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:09 GMT

AMERICAN FOLKLIFE CENTER AT THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

A LECTURE IN THE BENJAMIN A. BOTKIN FOLKLIFE LECTURE SERIES
AND REDISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND AT THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

It's Of My Rambles... A Journey in the Song Tradition of Ulster

presented by Len Graham

November 6, 2008, 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm, FREE

Pickford Theater, James Madison Building, Library of Congress

Native American Heritage Month Events

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:10 GMT

Native American activist, journalist and poet Suzan Shown Harjo will deliver the keynote address for the Library's 2008 celebration of Native American Heritage Month. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13 in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Teresita Schaffer on India and U.S.

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:11 GMT

The relationship between the United States and India and its likely evolution in the next decade is the topic of a lecture at the Library of Congress by Ambassador Teresita Schaffer, holder of the Henry Alfred Kissinger Chair in Foreign Policy and International Relations at the John W. Kluge Center.

Schaffer will present "India and the United States – Reinventing Partnership" at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Library's Kluge Center, the lecture is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

VHP Celebrates Veterans Awareness Week

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:12 GMT

The Veterans History Project (VHP) at the Library of Congress American Folklife Center issues a challenge for Americans to interview veterans from their families or communities during National Veterans Awareness Week, Nov. 9-15, and throughout the year. Interview guidelines are available online at www.loc.gov/vets.

Lincoln Bicentennial Exhibit Opens Feb. 12, 2009

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:13 GMT

"With Malice Toward None: The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Exhibition" opens at the Library of Congress on Feb. 12, 2009, in celebration of the 200th birthday of America's 16th president, offering the public the opportunity to view rarely seen treasures from the Library's collections.

Jefferson's Draft Declaration on View for Nine More Days

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:14 GMT

After being on display since last April, a major treasure of the Library of Congress—Thomas Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of Independence, with edits by his fellow founding fathers John Adams and Benjamin Franklin—will be taken off display in the Library's "Creating the United States" Exhibition in the Thomas Jefferson Building after Oct. 29, 2008 in accordance with document-preservation guidelines. It is not expected to return to public display for several years.

Poetry at Noon, Fall 2008

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:15 GMT

The fall 2008 Poetry at Noon readings at the Library of Congress will spotlight poets laureate from Kentucky and Indiana, who will share the stage with other talented poets from their states.

A Bard of Nature's Making: Robert Burns and Scottish Traditional Culture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:16 GMT

The American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress presents

A Bard of Nature's Making: Robert Burns and Scottish Traditional Culture
presented by Valentina Bold, University of Glasgow

October 21, 2008, 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm, FREE
Whittall Pavilion, Ground Floor, Thomas Jefferson Building

Lecture on Waldseeműller Map and Johannes Schöner Nov. 12, Nov. 13, Dec 3

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:17 GMT

Johannes Schöner, an astronomer, mathematician and globe maker, was the original owner of the Waldseemüller 1507 and 1516 world maps now in the Library of Congress. It was Schöner who placed the maps in a portfolio that was later acquired by a German prince and stored in a castle for nearly 400 years. The Library of Congress, in conjunction with the Washington Map Society, will sponsor a lecture to discuss how Schöner used the Waldseemüller maps and other materials to produce his globes and develop new methods of mathematical cartography.

Former U.N. Ambassador Sichan Siv to Discuss New Memoir Oct. 24

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:18 GMT

Author and former Ambassador to the United Nations Sichan Siv will discuss and sign his new memoir, "Golden Bones: An Extraordinary Journey from Hell in Cambodia to a New Life in America."

Willam Smyser on "Is Diplomacy the Answer?" Oct. 23

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:19 GMT

Does the U.S., as a longstanding superpower, need a diplomatic strategy to protect and advance our interests in the new world? William R. Smyser, former holder of the Henry A. Kissinger Chair in Foreign Policy and International Relations in the John W. Kluge Center, will examine the topic in a lecture.

NPR's Tom Gjelten To Discuss His New Book on Bacardi Family of Cuba

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:20 GMT

National Public Radio's Tom Gjelten will discuss his new book, "Bacardi and the Long Fight for Cuba," during a Books and Beyond program on Friday, Nov. 7, at noon.

"National Treasures, Local Treasures" Travels to Denver

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:21 GMT

"National Treasures, Local Treasures: The Library of Congress at Your Fingertips," an educational program that brings the riches of the Library to selected cities across the country, will make its second stop at the Denver Central Library on Monday, Oct. 27, from 6-8 p.m. The library is located at 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway.

HABS Symposium, Nov. 14

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:22 GMT

History lovers, design scholars and students will gather at the Library of Congress at 9 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 14 for a day-long, six-speaker symposium celebrating this important and influential program. Titled "American Place: The Historic American Buildings Survey at 75," the symposium will be held in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Memorial Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Encyclopedia of the Spanish Language Featured at the Library

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:05:23 GMT

The Hispanic Division of the Library of Congress and the Cervantes Institute will present a program on "La Enciclopedia del Español en Estados Unidos" (Santillana, 2008) on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 4:30 p.m. in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Memorial Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public, but reservations are required by calling (202) 707-2013.

Exhibition on Campaign Songs Opens Today

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:01 GMT

Long before the advent of the 30-second campaign ad, Americans used political songs to celebrate—and sear—the candidates they loved and those they loved to hate. "Voices, Votes, Victory: Presidential Campaign Songs" a new exhibition that opens today and runs through March 7, 2009 in the Music Division at the Library of Congress, explores the history of the political song in the U.S. The Music Division is on the first floor of the Library's James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Tommy Sands in Concert

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:02 GMT

Tommy Sands with Moya and Fionán Sands, County Down, Northern Ireland

October 9, 2008, 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm
Coolidge Auditorium, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress

History of Children's Literature Subject of Talk on Oct. 29

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:03 GMT

Considered one of America's leading authorities on children's books, historian and critic Leonard S. Marcus will discuss his new book, "Minders of Make-Believe: Idealists, Entrepreneurs and the Shaping of American Children's Literature," during a program at the Library of Congress on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 12 p.m. in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E.

Israeli Comics Subject of Nov. 6 Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:04 GMT

Ofer Berenstein will deliver a lecture titled "Israeli Comics: Past and Present" at the Library of Congress at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 6, in the Montpelier Room, located on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave S.E., Washington, D.C.

Music and the Brain Series

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:05 GMT

The Library of Congress presents a thought-provoking two-year cycle of lectures and special presentations that highlight an explosion of new research in the rapidly expanding field of "neuromusic."

Song of Songs is Subject of Oct. 28 Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:06 GMT

Debra Band will deliver an illustrated lecture based on her work at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 28, in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, located on the second floor of the Thomas Jefferson building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture, which is sponsored by the Hebraic Section of the African and Middle Eastern Division, is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Iranian Jewry is Subject of Conference

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:07 GMT

The history and culture of Iranian Jewry will be the focus of a two-day conference titled "Iranian Jewry: From Past to Present," to be held 9:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2, at the University of Maryland, College Park, Md., and 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 3, at the Library of Congress's James Madison Building, located at 101 Independence Ave S.E., Washington, D.C.

Disability Employment Awareness Month Events at the Library

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:08 GMT

ith a national theme of "America's People, America's Talent, America's Strength," Disability Employment Awareness Month will be celebrated by the Library of Congress throughout the month of October with a keynote address and several programs.

Nigerian Author Chinua Achebe is Focus of Nov. 3 Program

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:09 GMT

To mark this milestone, on Monday, Nov. 3, the Library of Congress's African Section will host a day-long program titled "Fifty Years of Chinua Achebe's Celebrated Novel "Things Fall Apart." A symposium will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Room 119 of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building, located at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Bar J Wranglers Concert

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:10 GMT

BAR J WRANGLERS—Cowboy Music from Wyoming

October 2, 2008 at 12:00 noon, FREE
Coolidge Auditorium, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress

Fall 2008 Literary Season

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:11 GMT

The Library of Congress fall literary season, which will open on Oct. 16 with a reading by Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry Kay Ryan, will also include a poetry reading on Oct. 23 by poets Jane Shore and Dabney Stuart and a lecture by poet and critic James Longenbach on Nov. 20.

Abkhazia and New Cold War

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:12 GMT

Paul Crego, Library of Congress cataloger of Georgian, Armenian, Ge'ez and Amharic materials, who served as the John W. Kluge Center staff fellow for 2007-2008. During his fellowship, Crego researched and worked toward the completion of his book, "Abkhazia and the Abkhazians: A History in Context."

Adams Scholar To Discuss "Ansel Adams and His Books"

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:13 GMT

Anne Hammond, an expert on the photographer Ansel Adams, will discuss his works that have been published in books during a Library of Congress program on Thursday, Oct.16, at noon in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the Madison Building, at 101 Independence Ave. S.E.

Timothy Egan To Discuss Depression-Era Photography Books

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:14 GMT

Timothy Egan, a Pulitzer Prize winner and writer for The New York Times, has written the introduction to "The Photographs of Ben Shahn," one of three Library of Congress-published books in the "Fields of Vision" series. He will lead a discussion of the photos of the Farm Security Administration focusing on the three photographers in the series: Ben Shahn, Russell Lee and Marion Post Wolcott.

Rediscover Northern Ireland Program Returns To Library

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:15 GMT

As a follow-up to a successful season of cooperative events in 2007, Rediscover Northern Ireland 2008 brings three of the most respected artists to the Library of Congress for a series of free events co-sponsored by the American Folklife Center and the Arts Council of Northern Ireland.

Francesc de Paula Soler Performs at the Library on Oct. 15

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:16 GMT

Catalan classical guitar artist Francesc de Paula Soler presents a concert at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 15, in the Whittall Pavilion on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St., S.E. Washington, D.C.

"Howling With Angels" To Be Screened at the Library

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:17 GMT

In a powerful documentary titled "Howling with the Angels" (2006), director Jean Bodon (Jan's son) explores the truth about his father's World War II experiences and his family's Jewish lineage.

The award-winning film, which garnered a Hugo award at the Chicago International Film Festival, will be shown (in Czech with English subtitles) at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 22, in Room 139 of the James Madison Building, located at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored jointly by the Library's Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound and European Divisions, the Hebrew Language Table, and in cooperation with the Czech Embassy. Tickets are not required but seating is limited.

Poet Laureate Opens Season

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:18 GMT

Kay Ryan, the new Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress, known for her short poems with interesting rhyme and rhythm, will open the Library's 2008-2009 literary season with a reading on Oct. 16.

Americas Award To Be Presented At Library On Oct. 4

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:19 GMT

Authors Pat Mora and Laura Resau and illustrator Rafael Lopez will receive the 2007 Americas Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature at the 15th annual award presentation hosted by the Library of Congress on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Memorial Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Book Publishers To Discuss How Technology Affects Industry

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:20 GMT

Barbara Peters and Robert Rosenwald, owners of Poisoned Pen Books and Poisoned Pen Press in Scottsdale, Ariz., will discuss both the mystery genre and the state of publishing in America in a lively program co-sponsored by the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress and the Mystery Writers of America. The program is part of the center's Books & Beyond author series.

Northern Ireland Poetry Reading

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:21 GMT

Northern Ireland is a relatively small area, but it's managed to produce, in the past 50 years, a large number of talented poets. A new anthology "The New North: Contemporary Poetry from Northern Ireland" features the work of these Northern Irish voices.

To celebrate the publication of the book, the Library of Congress will join the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and Wake Forest University Press in hosting a poetry reading by poets Sinéad Morrissey and Chris Agee, who served as the anthology's editor.

"Music, War and the Library of Congress" Subject of Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:22 GMT

Annegret Fauser presents "After Pearl Harbor: Music, War and the Library of Congress" on Thursday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. in the Coolidge Auditorium, first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. This event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Laura, Jenna Bush At National Book Festival

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:23 GMT

First Lady Laura Bush and her daughter, Jenna Bush, co-authors of the book "Read All About It!" will join the authors and special guests presenting at the 2008 National Book Festival, organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress and Mrs. Bush. The festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, rain or shine, on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., between 3rd and 7th streets. The festival is free and open to the public.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg Among Readers at Wouk Event

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:24 GMT

The acclaimed writer Herman Wouk will receive the first Library of Congress Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Writing of Fiction. New York Times columnist William Safire, ABC News correspondent Martha Raddatz, Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court Ruth Bader Ginsburg and musician Jimmy Buffett are among the distinguished guests who will read from the works of Herman Wouk during this event, which is free and open to the public.

Marie Arana Kicks Off Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:25 GMT

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, editor and author Marie Arana will deliver the keynote address on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 1 p.m. in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

THE BAJICH BROTHERS—Tamburitza Music from Kansas

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:26 GMT

AMERICAN FOLKLIFE CENTER AT THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
HOMEGROWN CONCERT SERIES

THE BAJICH BROTHERS—Tamburitza Music from Kansas

September 17, 2008 at 12:00 noon, FREE
Coolidge Auditorium, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress

Distinguished Guests Honor Herman Wouk Sept. 10

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:27 GMT

The acclaimed writer Herman Wouk will receive the first Library of Congress Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Writing of Fiction. New York Times columnist William Safire, ABC News correspondent Martha Raddatz and musician Jimmy Buffett are among the distinguished guests who will read from the works of Herman Wouk during this event, which is free and open to the public.

"Portrait of America" Subject of Book Talk, Sept. 16

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:28 GMT

Fascinating essays on the 50 United States and the District of Columbia—"what we don't know about them"—have been gathered into a new volume called "State by State: A Panoramic Portrait of America," inspired by the great Federal Writers' Project guidebooks to the states that were produced in the 1930s and '40s.

The book will be the subject of a program sponsored by the Center for the Book as part of its Books and Beyond author series. The program will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 6 p.m. in the Library of Congress Montpelier Room, sixth floor of the Madison Building, at First Street and Independence Ave. S.E. The program is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Space-Based Ornithology Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:29 GMT

James Smith, NASA senior scientist, was watching birds at a backyard feeder not long ago, when he began to consider the possibility of studying man's feathered friends from space. Could spaced-based observations be used to reveal changes in bird migration?

According to Smith, changes in avian diversity and in patterns of bird migration present some of the most compelling and challenging problems of modern biology, with important implications for human health and conservation ecology.

Smith will address the topic in a lecture titled "Space-Based Ornithology: On the Wings of Migration and Biophysics" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 10, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Film Series Opens New Theater

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:30 GMT

Starting Sept. 4, the Library of Congress will offer a picture-perfect dream for cinema buffs – classic movies shown three times a week in a new art deco theater, reminiscent of the movie palaces of the 1920s and 1930s.

Benjamin Botkin Lecture on Kunqu

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:31 GMT

Marjory Bong-Ray Liu of Arizona State University presents a lecture titled “Kunqu: China's First Great Multi-art Theatrical Tradition” in a program sponsored by the American Folklife Center at noon in the Mary Pickford Theater. Contact: 707-5510.

Baghdadi Jews Subject of Sept. 9 Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:32 GMT

Anthropologist Ruth Fredman Cernea will discuss the Jewish experience in the land of Burma in a lecture titled "Almost Englishmen: Baghdadi Jews in British Burma." The lecture, which is free and open to the public, will be delivered at noon, on Tuesday, Sept. 9, in the Asian Division Reading Room foyer (Room 150), located in the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The program is sponsored jointly by the Asian Division, the Asian Division Friends Society and the Library of Congress Professional Association's Hebrew Language Table.

Judah Halevi Subject of Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:33 GMT

Judah Halevi (ca. 1085-1141), one of the best-known and most beloved of pre-modern Hebrew poets, abandoned his home and family in Spain and spent the last year of his life traveling to Israel, where he hoped to die amid its sacred ruins.

Halevi's journey is the subject of "The Song of the Distant Dove: Judah Halevi's Pilgrimage" by Raymond Scheindlin (Oxford University Press, 2007). Scheindlin will discuss his book at the Library of Congress at noon on Monday, Sept. 8, in the African and Middle Eastern Division Conference Room (Room 220), located in the Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public but seating is limited.

Herman Wouk To Receive Achievement Award

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:34 GMT

Librarian of Congress James H. Billington will present Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Herman Wouk with the first Library of Congress Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Writing of Fiction. The award recognizes Wouk's extraordinary contributions to American letters and his dedication to, as he has said, "the enduring power of the novel."

Historian Gerald Stourzh To Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:35 GMT

Distinguished Austrian historian Gerald Stourzh, professor emeritus at the University of Vienna, is one of the few prominent scholars equally at home with U.S. history and the history of central Europe.

Stourzh will discuss his storied career and his latest book, a collection of 15 essays previously published from 1953 to 2005, in a lecture at the Library of Congress titled "Traces of an Intellectual Journey: Gerald Stourzh Presents His Book ‘From Vienna to Chicago and Back" at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 24.

Forthcoming Events at the Library

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:36 GMT

Public Events at the Library of Congress

September - December 2008
(Events subject to change; all telephone numbers are 202 area code)

Lecture on Hemings Family

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:37 GMT

The relationship between Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings has been a subject of speculation for centuries and even more so in the past decade, when DNA testing increased evidence of a sexual liaison.

Author Annette Gordon-Reed, who received attention in 1997 for a book that carefully evaluated claims and counter-claims about the Jefferson-Hemings relationship, has written a new book about Sally Hemings – a slave in the Founding Father's household – and her family.

Gordon-Reed will discuss "The Hemingses of Monticello: An American Family" at the Library of Congress at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. The book will be on sale and available for signing.

Gary Haleamau in Concert

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:38 GMT

Gary Haleamau performs traditional Hawaiian music from Las Vegas.

Library of Congress Announces 83rd Concert Season

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:39 GMT

The 2008-09 Concerts from the Library of Congress season presents a stellar lineup of more than 40 free events inspired by the resources of the world's largest music archive of more than 22 million items. Celebration is a key theme for the Library's 83rd season, with special projects honoring the 100th birthday of Elliott Carter, the centennial anniversary of Olivier Messiaen, major anniversaries for Franz Joseph Haydn and George Frederic Handel, and a 16-event series marking the bicentennial of Felix Mendelssohn.

Do All Indians Live in Tipis?

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:40 GMT

Edwin Schupman, National Museum of the American Indian, presents a talk titled “‘Do All Indians Live in Tipis?' and Other Compelling Questions for Education,” in a lecture sponsored by the American Folklife Center, at noon in the Montpelier Room.

Zionaires in Concert

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:41 GMT

The Zionaires perform gospel music from Maryland and Delaware, another in the Homegrown Concert Series sponsored by the American Folklife Center, at noon in the Coolidge Auditorium.

Library Organizes Eighth Annual National Book Festival, Sept. 27

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:42 GMT

The 2008 National Book Festival, organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress and hosted by Mrs. Laura Bush, will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, rain or shine, on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., between 3rd and 7th streets. The festival is free and open to the public.

Shape of States Topic of Lecture on July 15

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:43 GMT

Why does West Virginia have a finger creeping up the side of Pennsylvania? Why are California and Texas so large when so many of the states in the Midwest are roughly the same size and shape? Why are Alabama and Mississippi almost exact mirror images of each other?

Mark Stein will provide answers to these questions, and many more, when he discusses and signs his new book, "How the States Got Their Shapes," at noon on Tuesday, July 15, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. Copies of the book will be on sale and available for signing.

Louis Maier to Discuss New Memoir

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:44 GMT

Now in his eighties, Louis Maier has pieced together his parents' letters from an internment camp in France (prior to their deportation to Auschwitz) and his memories of starting a new life in America to create a memoir titled "From the Golden Gate to the Black Forest: "The Odyssey of a New American in Search of His Parents' Fate."

Maier will discuss the book at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, July 9, in Room 220 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, located at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Hebraic Section of the Library's African and Middle Eastern Division, the program is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

United Nations and Palestine 1947

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:45 GMT

The United Nations' role in the creation of the state of Israel marked the beginning of a critical episode in the changing colonial world order, according to historian William Roger Louis.

Louis will discuss the topic in a lecture titled "The Moral Conscience of the World: The United Nations and Palestine in 1947" at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Decolonization and Disorder

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:46 GMT

Historian Dane Kennedy, in a lecture at the Library of Congress, will examine three waves of European decolonization, from the late 18th century through the late 20th century, and the violence and discord that accompanied the transitions.

Web Conference: "Declaring Independence: Beyond the Fourth of July"

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:47 GMT

Everybody knows we celebrate the 4th of July because that's the day we declared independence. But there's more to the Declaration of Independence story than just one day or even just one document. Library of Congress librarians will show the Declaration of Independence as it evolved from an idea to an event, looking at a variety of drafts and editions of Declaration and related documents. Presented by the librarians at the Library of Congress.

When: Wednesday, July 7, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. (Eastern Daylight Time), 1:00-2:00 p.m. Central Time

NOTE: Allow yourself time to download the small software plugin needed to participate in the conference. Depending on your network security requirements, you may need assistance from your local technical support group to download and install the plugin. Actual installation should be very quick, depending on your computer and connectivity. All that is needed is a computer with an Internet connection, sound card, and speakers. A microphone will enable you to speak to the group.

To attend, go to OPAL at http://www.opal-online.org/. From the Quick Links column on the left, choose Auditorium.

1. Click the "Download Here" button in the light blue rectangle in the center of the screen.

2. Follow the directions to download and install the plugin.

3. Click the link in the orange rectangle to enter the room.

4. A gray box will appear with text asking permission to launch an external application, web conference plugin. When the grayed out text "Launch application" becomes black, click the Launch application button.

5. Type your name (no password is required) and click "Log on" to enter the online conference.

To learn more about programs sponsored by the Digital Reference Section, see Virtual Programs & Services - http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/.

For Library of Congress resources on the Declaration of Independence, see http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/ourdocs/DeclarInd.html.

To view Creating the United States, a new exhibition at the Library of Congress, see http://myloc.gov/exhibitions/creatingtheus/Pages/default.aspx.

To learn more about Library of Congress resources, see http://www.loc.gov/.

Web Conference: "Invisible Ancestors: Ideas & Strategies for Recreating Their Stories"

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:48 GMT

Many ancestors - early immigrants and pioneers, slaves, women, native peoples, and others - do not have compiled biographies. They are invisible except in the historical record, through the census or other data collection entities. Where there are gaps in their history, the stories can be told through early travelogues, letters, diaries, other texts and printed ephemera, photographs and other visual media, and maps.

Join Library of Congress Digital Projects Coordinator, Judy Graves, and Local History & Genealogy Specialist, Anne Toohey, for ideas and strategies for combining physical and online materials that go beyond the data and recreate the stories of these individuals. We invite you to take this opportunity to sample the Library's online materials and locate items that will enrich the stories of those whom you would like to know better.

When: Wednesday, June 18, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. (Eastern Daylight Time), 1:00-2:00 p.m. Central Time

NOTE: Allow yourself time to download the small software plugin needed to participate in the conference. Depending on your network security requirements, you may need assistance from your local technical support group to download and install the plugin. Actual installation should be very quick, depending on your computer and connectivity. All that is needed is a computer with an Internet connection, sound card, and speakers. A microphone will enable you to speak to the group.

To attend, go to OPAL at http://www.opal-online.org/. From the Quick Links column on the left, choose Auditorium.

1. Click the "Download Here" button in the light blue rectangle in the center of the screen.

2. Follow the directions to download and install the plugin.

3. Click the link in the orange rectangle to enter the room.

4. A gray box will appear with text asking permission to launch an external application, web conference plugin. When the grayed out text "Launch application" becomes black, click the Launch application button.

5. Type your name (no password is required) and click "Log on" to enter the online conference.

To learn more about programs sponsored by the Digital Reference Section, see Virtual Programs & Services - http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/.

To learn more about the Library's Local History & Genealogy Reading Room, see http://www.loc.gov/rr/genealogy/.

To register for an orientation to the Library's online materials, see http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/orientation.html.

Traditional Music and Dance of Urban Immigrant Communities

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:49 GMT

Ethel Raim, director of the Center for Traditional Music and Dance, presents a talk on "Old Cultures/New Contexts: Presenting the Traditional Music and Dance of Urban Immigrant Communities" at noon in the Whittall Pavilion.

"From Baghdad to Bombay" is Subject of June 17 Book Talk

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:50 GMT

Good food is often the centerpiece of family celebrations. With family members living on four continents, Pearl Sofaer has sampled a vast repertoire of recipes, which she has documented in her new memoir, "From Baghdad to Bombay: In the Kitchens of My Cousins."

Sofaer will discuss her book at the Library of Congress at noon on Tuesday, June 17, in the West Dining Room, located on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue S.E., Washington, D.C.

Rushkoff Discusses Open Source Reality

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:51 GMT

Douglas Rushkoff will discuss the new cultural complexities in a lecture titled "Open Source Reality" at 4 p.m. on Monday, June 30, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Anthropology of YouTube

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:52 GMT

Michael Wesch will discuss the three-year-old video-sharing Web site in a lecture titled "The Anthropology of YouTube" at 4 p.m. on Monday, June 23, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the Library of Congress' James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

VHP Observes Memorial Day 2008

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:53 GMT

The Veterans History Project (VHP) of the Library of Congress American Folklife Center plans several activities and events for Memorial Day 2008, including the Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. in support of the White House Commission on Remembrance.

Panama Canal Debates of the 70s To Be Discussed

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:54 GMT

Political events in the United States often have unintended consequences for American politics and for the country as a whole. The long-term consequences of the Panama Canal debates of the 1970s will be examined by Adam Clymer, former chief Washington correspondent for the New York Times, who discusses and signs his book, "Drawing the Line at the Big Ditch: The Panama Canal Treaties and the Rise of the Right" at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 22, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the Madison Memorial Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Earth's Water Cycle Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:55 GMT

eter Hildebrand, chief of the Hydrospheric and Biospheric Sciences Laboratory at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, will discuss "Earth's Water Cycle in a Changing Climate" at the Library of Congress at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 4, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

National Treasure's "Book of Secrets" on Display at the Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:55 GMT

Shortly following the release of "National Treasure: Book of Secrets," millions of moviegoers might have left theaters around the world believing that the Library of Congress, the world's largest library, was home to a book that holds all of the U.S. presidents' secrets from alien autopsies to the truth about the JFK assassination, as well as the location of buried treasure. That was fiction, but the real story and the "reel" story merge a little when the "Book of Secrets" movie prop and a bonus feature about the Library and its formidable collections went on display this summer in the South Orientation Gallery on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building. Visitors to the Jefferson will have an opportunity to see the display through Sept. 27.

U.S. Citizen-Soldier and Global War on Terrorism

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:56 GMT

Larry Minear, former director of the Humanitarianism and War Project at the Feinstein International Center at Tufts University, will deliver the findings of the Tufts study on "The U.S. Citizen-Soldier and the Global War on Terror: The National Guard Experience" at noon on Tuesday, May 20, in the National Digital Library Learning Center, first floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Famine in Ukraine 1932-33

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:57 GMT

Stanislav Kulchytsky, a professor of Ukrainian history, will speak on "The Famine of 1932-1933: Case of Genocide," at noon on Friday, May 30, in the European Reading Room, on the second floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, First Street and Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C.

Poet Robert Hass to Moderate River of Words Awards Ceremony on May 12

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:58 GMT

WHAT: Winners and finalists of the 2008 River of Words Environmental Poetry and Art Contest will be honored at a ceremony at the Library of Congress on May 12.

Decade Before Sept. 11

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:00:59 GMT

The 12-year period between the end of the Cold War and the destruction of the Twin Towers was perceived as calm and peaceful. Yet foreign-policy experts say these were pivotal years in shaping America's role in the world.

Derek Chollet and James Goldgeier will examine those years in a lecture at the Library of Congress on their new book "America Between the Wars." The authors will speak at 4 p.m. on Thursday, June 12, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Octavio Paz Subject of May 23 Symposium

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:00 GMT

A two-hour symposium, "A Tribute to Octavio Paz," will be held on Friday, May 23, from 5–7 p.m. in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C.

Libraries and Human Development in Haiti Symposium

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:01 GMT

The Library's Hispanic Division will sponsor a day-long symposium, "Libraries and Human Development in Haiti: The Work of Fondation Connaissance et Liberté (FOKAL)" from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10, in LJ 119 on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Avi Beker Discusses Jews as "Chosen People"

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:02 GMT

Avi Beker discusses his new book, "The Chosen: The History of an Idea and The Anatomy of an Obsession," at the Library of Congress at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20, in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Charles Simic Lecture, May 8

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:03 GMT

Charles Simic will make the final appearance of his tenure as U.S. Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry when he presents a lecture on poetry translation at the Library of Congress on May 8.

Forthcoming Events at the Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:04 GMT

Forthcoming Events at the Library of Congress
May - August 2008

Jewish American Heritage Month Events at the Library

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:05 GMT

With a national theme of "The American Jewish Experience," 2008 Jewish American Heritage Month will be celebrated by the Library of Congress with several lectures and a new Web presentation.

NEA Report on Reading To Be Discussed May 8

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:06 GMT

Sunil Iyengar, director of the NEA Office of Research and Analysis that produced "To Read or Not to Read: A Question of National Consequence," will discuss the report, its potential consequences and the public reaction at noon on Thursday, May 8, in the Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Executive summaries of the report will be available.

Madeleine Albright Speaks at Library on May 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:07 GMT

Madeleine Albright will discuss and sign her book, "Memo to the President Elect: How We Can Restore America's Reputation and Leadership" at noon on Tuesday, May 6, in LJ 119 on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, part of the Books & Beyond author series sponsored by the Center for the Book, is free and open to the public.

Avoiding the Fate of the Mayans

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:08 GMT

Tom Sever will present a lecture at the Library of Congress titled "Avoiding the Fate of the Mayans" at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 6, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Everything Bad Is Good for You, May 12

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:09 GMT

A spirited defense of the digital generation will be presented at the Library of Congress by Steven Berlin Johnson, who will discuss "Everything Bad Is Good for You" at 4 p.m. on Monday, May 12, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Winners of 2008 Bobbitt Poetry Prize

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:10 GMT

The distinguished Rebekah Johnson Bobbitt National Prize for Poetry, created 20 years ago, will be awarded to two poets who teach at universities in Virginia: Bob Hicok of Virginia Tech and Charles Wright of the University of Virginia.

Hicok and Wright will receive the 2008 award and read selections of their work at 8 p.m. on Monday, April 28, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The program is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

DC School Official Tops Asian/Pacific Heritage Month Events

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:11 GMT

Michelle Rhee, chancellor of the Washington, D.C., public schools, will deliver the keynote address for the Library's 2008 celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7, in the Montpelier Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Environmental Writing Since Thoreau To Be Discussed

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:12 GMT

McKibben will discuss the book, "American Earth: Environmental Writing Since Thoreau," which he edited, at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Lt. Gen. Julius Becton to Discuss Autobiography

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:13 GMT

Lt. Gen. Julius W. Becton Jr. will discuss and sign his book, "Becton: A Soldier and Public Servant" at noon on Tuesday, April 29, in LJ 119 on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, part of the Books & Beyond author series sponsored by the Center for the Book, is free and open to the public.

Got Poems?

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:14 GMT

If you love a poem and want to share it with others, the Library of Congress will offer you a stage.

The Library will celebrate the Academy of American Poets' first national "Poem in Your Pocket Day" with two events on Thursday, April 17, a poetry reading at noon and a web conference from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Seven Living Legends Chosen, Library Experience Opens

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:15 GMT

The Library of Congress will honor seven new "Living Legends" as part of its public celebration on Saturday, April 12, at the Thomas Jefferson Building (10 First St. SE, Washington, D.C., 20540). The ceremony will help mark the opening of the "Library of Congress Experience," which offers visitors the opportunity to explore rare historical and cultural treasures through interactive technology and a companion Web site. Detailed information on the Experience can be found at www.loc.gov/experience/.

Library of Congress Experience Sneak Preview

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:16 GMT

Check out the Library of Congress Blog for a preview video, also posted on YouTube, of the new Library of Congress Experience, which opens Saturday, April 12.

Alvin Ailey Exhibition Opens at Library on May 8

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:17 GMT

The Library of Congress commemorates the troupe's golden anniversary with the exhibition, "Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: 50 Years as Cultural Ambassador to the World."

The exhibition, which opens on May 8 and remains on view through Sept. 6, is showcased in the foyer of the Performing Arts Reading Room, LM 113, of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. Exhibition hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

The Musical Heritage of the Jews of Cochin is Subject of April 7 Program

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:18 GMT

In a program titled "The Women Who Kept the Songs from India to Israel: The Musical Heritage of Cochin," efforts to preserve the music of the Cochin region will be discussed by anthropologists Barbara C. Johnson and Smita Jassal, and linguist and literary scholar Scaria Zacharia. Sponsored jointly by the Asian Division and the Hebrew Language Table in cooperation with the Embassies of India and Israel, the program is free and open to the public at noon on Monday, April 7 in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress to Mark 50th Anniversary of Law Day With Panel Discussion on the Rule of Law on May 1

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:19 GMT

The Library of Congress will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Law Day with an examination of what the Rule of Law means to established and emerging countries. The panel discussion will be held at the Library at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 1 in the Northeast Hall and Pavilion on the second floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

"Gardening for Ozone Air Quality" To Be Topic of Lecture at Library, April 8

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:20 GMT

Anne Douglass and Jeannie Allen from the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center will present a program at the Library of Congress titled "Gardening for Ozone Air Quality (Citizen Science)" at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 8, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Holocaust Historian to Discuss Fate of Croatian Jewry

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:21 GMT

More than 60 years after World War II, new scholarship is still emerging on the fate of Jews in Europe. In 2002, Esther Gitman, a Croatian-born Holocaust survivor and historian, returned to her birthplace to study the rescue of 169 Jewish physicians and their families (650 people) by the Independent State of Croatia (NDH) from 1941-1945. She will discuss her research at noon on Tuesday, April 8, in the African and Middle Eastern Division Conference Room (LJ-220) located on the second floor of the Thomas Jefferson building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

"Digital Natives" Lecture Series at Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:22 GMT

Young people today born into a digital world are experiencing a far different environment of information-gathering and access to knowledge than a generation ago. Who are these "digital natives" and what are they thinking? How are they using the technology, and are IT experts adequately responding to them?

These questions will be addressed in a new Library of Congress series titled "Digital Natives." The first lecture will explore how young people think, learn and play.

Thomas Jefferson Building Special Closures April 3 - 11

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:23 GMT

The Great Hall, exhibitions and Sales Shop in the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress will be closed from Thursday, April 3 through Friday, April 11 in preparation for the opening of a new Library of Congress Experience for visitors. Ceremonies to celebrate the debut of the new Library of Congress Experience will begin at 11 a.m. on April 12. The Great Hall and exhibitions will reopen after the noon ribbon cutting.

Library Hosts an Afternoon of Spanish Poetry

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:24 GMT

The Hispanic Division of the Library of Congress will host an afternoon of Spanish poetry on April 11 featuring poets from Spain, Latin America and the Caribbean. Each poet will read a selection in Spanish, followed by an open discussion in English moderated by Dominican poet Rei Berroa of George Mason University.

"Library of Congress Experience" Debuts April 12

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:25 GMT

The Library of Congress–the largest library in the world and the oldest U.S. federal cultural institution–on Saturday, April 12, debuts an immersive, new "Library of Congress Experience," offering visitors unique historical and cultural treasures brought to life through cutting-edge interactive technology and a companion Web site.

Argentine-Jewish Relations Subject of Talk on March 25

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:26 GMT

Ra'anan Rein, professor of Latin American and Spanish history and vice-rector of Tel Aviv University, Israel will present a lecture titled "Searching for Home in Argentina and Israel: History and Identity Among Jewish Argentines and Argentine Israelis," on Tuesday, March 25, at noon in the West Dining Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C.

Women's History Month Events at the Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:27 GMT

To honor "the originality, beauty, imagination and multiple dimensions of women's lives," the National Women's History Project has chosen "Women's Art: Women's Vision" as the 2008 theme for National Women's History Month. In keeping with the theme, the Library of Congress has invited Deborah L. Gaston, director of education at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, to deliver the keynote address at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

An Evening of Russian Poetry

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:28 GMT

The Library of Congress and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) will jointly host an evening of Russian poetry on April 7, featuring Evgeny Bunimovich, Elena Fanailova and Yuli Gugolev.

Hyperspectral Imaging and 1507 Map

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:29 GMT

Hyperspectral imaging is the process of taking digital photos of an object using distinct portions of the light spectrum. The process reveals what cannot be seen by the human eye. Preservation experts will discuss the history and development of such conservation-safe imaging and its recent application to the Waldseemüller 1507 World Map.

Roger Easton, a professor in the Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology, and Fenella G. France, a visiting scientist in the Preservation Research and Testing Division at the Library of Congress, will present the lecture from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, March 14, at the Library in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Center for the Book To Host Program About Deaf Perspectives On Library Research March 13

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:30 GMT

The Center for the Book, in partnership with the National Literary Society of the Deaf, a center reading-promotion partner, is hosting a program titled "Researching Amos Kendall: Adventures in Library Research, Literature and Literacy" on Thursday, March 13, at 11 a.m. in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C. The program is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Library of Congress and the American Musicological Society Announce New Lecture Series

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:31 GMT

The Music Division of the Library of Congress and the American Musicological Society, in joint partnership, will present a series of lectures highlighting musicological research conducted in the division's collections.

Ad Reinhardt Cartoons

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:32 GMT

During World War II, American abstract expressionist painter Ad Reinhardt made a series of little-known but striking cartoon collages of Adolf Hitler. Reinhardt's overlooked cartoon work will be discussed by Swann Foundation Fellow Prudence Peiffer in a lecture at the Library of Congress on March 18.

Fortune Cookie Chronicles

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:33 GMT

Who writes those little messages in fortune cookies and how do fortune cookie makers get their lucky numbers? For that matter, where did fortune cookies originate – should the U.S., China or Japan claim credit? Did General Tso cook his own chicken, and why was there a lawsuit over who invented chop suey? If our benchmark for Americanness is apple pie, why do so many Americans eat Chinese food far more often than they eat apple pie?

The answers to these and other fascinating questions will be explored by Jennifer 8. Lee (her middle name connotes "prosperity" in Chinese) on March 17, as she discusses her recent book "The Fortune Cookie Chronicles: Adventures in the World of Chinese Food."

Composers Chavez, Revueltas Subjects of Library Program

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:34 GMT

A symposium and concert series highlight the week-long mini-festival, "Two Faces of Mexican Music: Carlos Chávez and Silvestre Revueltas Revisited," March 12 – 15. The event is being co-sponsored by the Library's Music, Hispanic and Rare Book and Special Collections divisions; the Mexican Cultural Institute; The Mexican Ministry of Culture; the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities; and the Department of Film Programs at the National Gallery of Art.

Book Critic Michael Dirda Discusses Literary Classics

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:35 GMT

Michael Dirda will discuss and sign his book, "Classics for Pleasure," at noon on Thursday, March 6, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Witter Bynner Winners Read Their Poetry On March 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:36 GMT

Poet Laureate Charles Simic has chosen two new voices in poetry, business-development writer Matthew Thorburn and attorney Monica Youn, for the 2008 Witter Bynner Fellowships and will introduce the poets on March 6 at the Library of Congress.

Thorburn and Youn, both from New York City, will read from their works at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Poetry Reading By Raphael Cohen-Almagor on March 12

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:37 GMT

Long before Raphael Cohen-Almagor pursued an academic career, he was writing poetry. His first poems were accepted for publication when he was a teenager.

Written during his world travels, Cohen-Almagor's latest book of poetry, "Masa'ot" ("Voyages"), focuses on people, places and intimacy. He will read selected verses – in Hebrew with English translations – at an event to be held at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, March 12 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Conference Room (Room 220) located in the Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E, Washington, D.C.

Art of Hebrew Translation Subject of March 26 Talk

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:38 GMT

The challenge of translating Hebrew literature into English will be discussed by Nicholas de Lange and Yaacob Dweck. They will introduce and read excerpts from their recent translations of works of modern Hebrew literature at a program to be held at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, March 26 in the African and Middle Eastern Division Conference Room (Room 220), located in the Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E. Washington, D.C. Their readings will include works by S. Yizhar and Haim Sabato.

Spring Poetry at Noon Series

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:39 GMT

The Spring 2008 Poetry at Noon readings will showcase poems about fathers and daughters, names and nicknames, and William Shakespeare. In addition, the series will include an open-mike event called "Poem in Your Pocket Day."

All readings will take place at noon in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The events are free and open to the public; no tickets are needed.

Mickey Edwards To Discuss New Book On Conservatism

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:40 GMT

In his new book, "Reclaiming Conservatism: How a Great American Political Movement Got Lost—And How It Can Find Its Way Back," Mickey Edwards argues that the mantle of conservatism has been taken over by people whose beliefs and policies threaten the entire constitutional system of government by gutting the system of checks and balances, abandoning due process and trampling upon civil liberties. He provides a blueprint for reclaiming the essence of conservatism in America.

Edwards will discuss his provocative book at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5 in the Law Library's Multimedia Room (Room 240) of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. A book sale and signing will follow the program.

2008 National Book Festival set for Sept. 27

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:41 GMT

The 2008 National Book Festival, organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., between 3rd and 7th streets from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (rain or shine). The event is free and open to the public.

Library Presents Symposium on New Deal

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:42 GMT

Leading scholars from throughout the United States will join experts from the Library of Congress in the program, "Art, Culture, and Government: The New Deal at 75," on Thursday and Friday, March 13 – 14, at the Library of Congress.

Library Receives Book From Window of China Project

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:43 GMT

The Library of Congress has begun to receive donated books from the National Library of China through the Window of China Project. Founded in 2006, the Window of China Project donates books to national libraries and other institutions around the world.

To celebrate the Library's participation in this project, a ceremony will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12 in the Asian Reading Room, Room 150 of the Thomas Jefferson Building located at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, which is free and open to the public, will feature a small display of selected donated books.

Israeli Film Series Screens Three Films on Feb. 19

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:44 GMT

Three films produced by students at the Ma'ale School of Television, Film and the Arts in Jerusalem will be screened at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 19 in Dining Room A, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Where is Miss Columbia?

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:45 GMT

Ellen Berg, Swann Foundation fellow, will present "Where Have You Gone, Miss Columbia? American Identity and Uncle Sam's Forgotten Partner," at noon on Wednesday, March 5, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no reservations are required.

Berg's illustrated lecture is based on research conducted at the Library of Congress during her fellowship awarded last year by the Swann Foundation for Caricature and Cartoon. Berg's presentation is sponsored by the foundation, which is managed by the Library, and the Library's Prints and Photographs Division.

Libary Celebrates Black History

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:46 GMT

Artistic Performances, Lectures and Comedy Revue Film Headline Library of Congress African American History Month Events
Web Site and Display Showcasing Library's Black Collections Kick Off Celebration

Libary Celebrates Black History

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:47 GMT

WWII Vet, Artist Tracy Sugarman Speaks at Library on Feb. 7

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:48 GMT

Award-winning author and illustrator Tracy Sugarman will give a visual presentation and discuss his new memoir, "Drawing Conclusions: An Artist Discovers His America," at a special program at noon on Thursday, Feb. 7, in Dining Room A of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

The Druze Heritage is Subject of Feb. 7 Symposium

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:49 GMT

The Druze are a thousand-year-old religious community of the Middle East, whose members today live primarily in Lebanon, Syria and Israel, while others have emigrated to the United States, Europe and Africa. Their historical and intellectual legacy will be examined by 10 scholars from the U.S. and Middle East who will participate in a symposium to be held at the Library of Congress from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7 in Room LJ-119, located on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington D.C.

Lecture on Free Speech in a Democracy

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:50 GMT

Raphael Cohen-Almagor will discuss the theories about democracy outlined in his book at a lecture to be held at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 12 in Room 220 of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building located at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture, sponsored by the African and Middle Eastern Division, is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required but seating is limited.

Alan Leshner To Discuss New Science of Addiction and What It Means to Society, March 4

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:51 GMT

Advances in science in recent decades have revolutionized the understanding of the nature of drug abuse and addiction and what society needs to do about them.

Alan Leshner, chief executive officer of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), will discuss the topic in a lecture titled "The New Science of Addiction and What It Means for Society" at the Library of Congress at noon on Tuesday, March 4, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Love Poems To Be Read At Library of Congress Feb. 12

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:52 GMT

Noted poet and literary activist E. Ethelbert Miller, Sally Bliumis-Dunn and Benjamin Morris will read poems about love from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

1932 Election of FDR Subject of Book Talk Feb. 14

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:53 GMT

Donald A. Ritchie will discuss and sign his new book, “Electing FDR: The New Deal Campaign of 1932,” at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Contemporary African Art Exhibition is Subject of Jan. 30 Lecture

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:54 GMT

Tim Davis, owner and director of International Visions-The Gallery in Washington, D.C., will give an overview of the gallery's exhibition "Africa Revisited" at a lecture titled "Conversations on African Cultural Expression." The lecture will be held at the Library of Congress at noon on Wednesday, Jan. 30, in Room 220 in the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Major League Tassa performs Indo-Caribbean drumming and dance

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:55 GMT

Homegrown Concert: Major League Tassa performs Indo-Caribbean drumming and dance from Queens, N.Y. No tickets are required. Noon, Coolidge Auditorium, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress.

Bestselling Author Michael B. Oren To Discuss "America in the Middle East" at the Library on Feb. 7

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:56 GMT

Michael B. Oren will discuss and sign his book "Power, Faith and Fantasy: America in the Middle East 1776 to the Present" at the Library of Congress at noon on Thursday, Feb. 7, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Visiting Fulbright Scholar Gives Lecture on Terrorism Trials

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:57 GMT

"Terrorism Trials - Some Experiences from US Allies" Presented by James Renwick

Date: January 14, 2008
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location: Law Library Multimedia Room, LM 240 2nd floor, blue corridor James Madison Building Library of Congress

Seating is limited, reservations are required, R.S.V.P. to Alisa Carrel (acar@loc.gov) by Friday, January 11, 2008.

James Renwick, an Australian Barrister, is a visiting Fulbright Scholar at the School of Advanced International Studies at Johns Hopkins University.

The Library of Congress Announces Spring 2008 Literary Season of Evening Poetry Events

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:58 GMT

The Library of Congress Spring 2008 Literary Season will include poetry readings by U.S. Poet Laureate Charles Simic and six other distinguished poets; the presentation of the Witter Bynner Poetry Fellowships in March; and the 2008 Rebekah Johnson Bobbitt National Prize for Poetry in April during National Poetry Month.

The readings will be Thursday, Feb. 7, with poets Li-Young Lee and David Kirby; Thursday, March 27, with Rodney Jones and Ellen Bryant Voigt; Thursday, April 24, with Charles Wright and former U.S. Poet Laureate Mark Strand; and Thursday, May 8, with Simic, who will also attend the March 27 and April 24 readings to introduce the poets.

Contemporary Significance of Confucianism is Subject of Jan. 24-25 Conference

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:01:59 GMT

Is a philosophical system born in China 2,500 years ago still relevant in the 21st century? A panel of scholars will attempt to answer this question in a symposium titled "The Contemporary Significance of Confucianism" to be held at the Library of Congress from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 24 in the Whittall Pavilion of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The second day of the conference will be held at the University of Maryland in College Park, Md.

“Nicholas Winton: The Power of Good” To Be Screened Jan. 29

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:00 GMT

The story of how one man made a difference in the lives of more than 600 children and their descendants is the subject of "Nicholas Winton: The Power of Good," an Emmy Award-winning film by Matej Minac. The film about the man known as "The British Schindler" will be shown at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 29 , in the Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Economic Historian Herman Van der Wee To Discuss Globalization Through the Centuries, Jan. 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:01 GMT

Economic globalization is a new word for an old process, according to economic historian Herman Van der Wee, holder of the Chair of the Countries and Cultures of the North in the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress.

The U.S. Financial Siege of Japan Before Pearl Harbor To Be Discussed By Edward S. Miller on Jan. 15

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:02 GMT

Was the bombing of Pearl Harbor an unprovoked attack on the United States? According to a new book by Edward S. Miller, the Japanese motivation stemmed from U.S. plans to defeat Japan economically in the years before World War II.

Miller will discuss his book, "Bankrupting the Enemy: The U.S. Financial Siege of Japan Before Pearl Harbor" at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 15, in the Whittall Pavilion on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

The Parking Garage and Its Impact on Urban Planning To Be Discussed at the Library of Congress on Jan. 15

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:03 GMT

The parking garage, often considered a dull and forgettable structure, is a crucial element of building design and urban planning.

Architect Shannon Sanders McDonald will discuss "Designing for Man, Machine and Movement: The Parking Garage" at the Library of Congress at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15, in the West Dining Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Forthcoming Events at the Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:04 GMT

Public events at the Libray of Congress for January - April 2008

Jewish Folktales are the Subject of Book Talk on Jan. 31

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:05 GMT

Rita Roth will deliver an illustrated lecture based on her book "The Power of Song and Other Sephardic Tales" at noon on Monday, Jan. 31, in the African and Middle Eastern Division Conference Room, located on the second floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington D.C. The lecture, which is sponsored by the Hebraic Section of the African and Middle Eastern Division, is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Book of Psalms is Subject of Jan. 17 Lecture By Author Debra Band

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:06 GMT

he Book of Psalms is probably the best-known book of the Hebrew Bible. In her new book, "I Will Wake the Dawn: Illuminated Psalms," author and artist Debra Band has selected 36 of the most well-known of the 150 psalms to interpret and illustrate.

Band will deliver an illustrated lecture based on the book at noon on Thursday, Jan. 17, in the African and Middle Eastern Division Reading Room, located on the second floor of the Thomas Jefferson building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture, which is sponsored by the Hebraic Section of the African and Middle Eastern Division, is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

"Pirates and Corsairs" Subject of Symposium on Dec. 8

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:07 GMT

An all-day symposium, "Pirates and Corsairs of the Americas in History and Literature," will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress Exhibition Begins Transformation of Public Spaces Through Merger of Knowledge, Technology

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:08 GMT

A new exhibition opening Dec. 13 marks the beginning of a months-long transformation of public spaces in the Library of Congress's Thomas Jefferson Building into an experience for visitors that merges cutting-edge technology with the knowledge and inspiration embodied in the Library's unparalleled collections and curators.

Gandydancer Performs as Part of the American Folklife Center's Homegrown Concert Series

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:09 GMT

Gandydancer performs old-time string band music from West Virginia, another in the Homegrown 2007 Concert Series sponsored by the American Folklife Center, at noon in the Coolidge Auditorium. No tickets are required.

New Book on the Making of Liberia To Be Featured at Books and Beyond Talk at the Library on Dec. 10

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:10 GMT

Marie Tyler-McGraw will present her arguments on the national and international significance of Virginia's investment in Liberian colonization, discuss her research and sign her book, "An African Republic: Black and White Virginians in the Making of Liberia," at noon on Monday, Dec. 10, in the West Dining Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E.

Law Library of Congress To Host Dec. 3 Panel Discussion With Experts On "Extraordinary Rendition" and the Constitution

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:11 GMT

After 9/11, the Bush administration engaged in what is called "extraordinary rendition"— the transfer of suspected terrorists to countries known to employ harsh interrogation techniques that may rise to the level of torture. The impact of these policies on constitutional principles is the subject of a panel discussion to be held at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 5 in the West Dining Room of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Law Library, the program is free and open to the public. No tickets are required.

Poet Laureate Charles Simic to Introduce Poets Jorie Graham and James Tate, Dec. 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:12 GMT

U.S. Poet Laureate Charles Simic will introduce Pulitzer Prize-winning poets Jorie Graham and James Tate, who will read from their works at the Library of Congress on Dec. 6.

The reading will start at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 6 in the Montpelier Room, on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. SE, Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets are needed.

Ronald Florence To Discuss New Book on History of Arab-Israeli Conflict on Dec. 3

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:13 GMT

Ronald Florence will discuss his book "Lawrence and Aaronsohn: T. E. Lawrence, Aaronsohn, and the Seeds of the Arab-Israel Conflict" at the Library of Congress at noon on Monday, Dec. 3 in the Mary Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture, which is sponsored jointly by the Hebraic Section of the African and Middle Eastern Division and the Hebrew Language Table, is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Symposium on 150th Anniversary of J & R Lamb Studios at Library of Congress, Nov. 28

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:14 GMT

Art and architectural historians and design community insiders will assemble at the Library of Congress for a symposium on Nov. 28 celebrating 150 years of J & R Lamb Studios, America's oldest continuously-run decorative arts firm, which preceded and influenced the studios of both John LaFarge and Louis C. Tiffany.

Religious Rights of Native Americans is Subject of Law Panel on Nov. 28

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:15 GMT

During the past four decades, Congress has enacted legislation to protect the religious and civil rights of Native Americans, but tribal communities have achieved fewer victories through litigation in the state courts.

This disparity is the subject of a panel discussion titled "Indian Religious Freedom, to Litigate or Legislate," to be held at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 28, in the West Dining Room of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

The History and Curse of the Hope Diamond To Be Discused at the Library on Nov. 16

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:16 GMT

Richard Kurin, director of the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage, will discuss and sign his book "Hope Diamond: The Legendary History of a Cursed Gem" at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 16, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of thein the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

William F. May To Discuss "Containing Fear in Foreign Policy" at the Library of Congress Nov. 29

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:17 GMT

"Containing Runaway Fear in Foreign Policy: Recovering Our National Identity" will be discussed by William F. May, holder of the Cary and Ann Maguire Chair in American History and Ethics, at the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress.

"Discovery! The Search for Arabian Oil" Discussed at Library of Congress, Nov. 28

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:18 GMT

Timothy J. Barger and Thomas W. Lippman will examine this significant period in history when they discuss a book at the Library of Congress by the late, award-winning author Wallace Stegner titled "Discovery! The Search for Arabian Oil."

History of FBI Counterintelligence Is Topic of Lecture at the Library On Nov. 8

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:19 GMT

Raymond J. Batvinis will discuss and sign his new book, "The Origins of FBI Counterintelligence," at noon on Thursday, Nov. 8, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Shakespeare's Genealogies To Be Discussed On Nov. 7

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:20 GMT

Vanessa James will discuss and sign her latest book, "Shakespeare's Genealogies: Plots and Illustrated Family Trees for All 42 Works," at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 7, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Writers From Iowa's International Writing Program Will Read Their Works, Nov. 15

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:21 GMT

Writers from the distinguished International Writing Program at the University of Iowa will read from their works at the Library of Congress at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue SE, Washington, DC.

New Center for the Book Publication To Be Featured at Book History Symposium on Nov. 2

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:22 GMT

The Center for the Book in the Library of Congress and the University of Massachusetts Press has published "Agent of Change: Print Culture Studies After Elizabeth L. Eisenstein." A symposium featuring several of the contributors to the volume will be held on Friday, Nov. 2, from 2 – 5 p.m., in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., Washington, D.C.

Tribute To Writer, Philosopher Nikos Kazantzakis on Nov. 1

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:23 GMT

The Library of Congress and the Embassy of Greece will celebrate Nikos Kazantzakis, considered one of the most important Greek writers, poets and philosophers of the 20th century, in a tribute on November 1.

Poets from MacDowell Colony To Read on Nov. 8

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:24 GMT

In celebration of The MacDowell Colony's 100th anniversary, three poets will read from their works and from the poetry of three U.S. Poet Laureates, all alumni of the famous writers' and artists' residency workshop in New Hampshire.

"The Nuts & Bolts of Historical Fiction" To Be Discussed by Novelist David L. Robbins, Oct. 24

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:25 GMT

David Robbins will present "The Nuts & Bolts of Historical Fiction" at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 24, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. The lecture is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed. "The Assassins Gallery" will be available for purchase, and Robbins will sign books after the presentation.

ALA President Loriene Roy To Speak on Nov. 2

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:26 GMT

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, American Library Association (ALA) President Loriene Roy will deliver a lecture at noon on Friday, Nov. 2, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

The MacDowell Colony Is Subject of New Book To Be Discussed on Oct. 30

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:27 GMT

The Library's commemoration of the centennial of The MacDowell Colony continues at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 30, when senior music specialist Robin Rausch discusses and signs the book "A Place for the Arts: The MacDowell Colony, 1907-2007" in the Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave.S.E., Washington, D.C.

W.S. Merwin, Winner of the Bobbitt Poetry Prize, Will Read, Oct. 31

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:28 GMT

Celebrated poet W.S. Merwin will receive the 2006 Rebekah Johnson Bobbitt National Prize for Poetry and read selections of his work at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 31, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

"The Last Jews of Libya" To Be Shown at the Library of Congress on Nov. 5

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:29 GMT

More than 36,000 Jews lived in Libya at the end of World War II, but not a single one remains today. "The Last Jews of Libya," which documents the final decades of a centuries-old Sephardic Jewish community, will be shown at noon on Monday, Nov. 5.

Rep. Tom Cole To Deliver Native American Heritage Keynote Address on Nov. 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:30 GMT

On Nov. 6, five years to the day after being elected to represent Oklahoma's 4th congressional district, Rep. Tom Cole will deliver the keynote address for the Library's 2007 celebration of Native American Heritage Month. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place at 2 p.m. in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Center for the Book To Host Program on Library Accessibility on Oct. 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:31 GMT

Architect John P.S. Salmen and librarians Nancy Davenport and Rosemary Kelly will discuss how libraries are working to improve services for patrons who have disabilities at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 17, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E.

Concert: Sacred Lap Steel Guitar with Aubrey Ghent Oct. 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:32 GMT

The American Folklife Center presents Aubrey Ghent, who has been playing guitar and sacred lap steel for over thirty-eight years. He has continued his great family legacy of the lap steel style for thirty-eight years and has been named the "Master Lap Steel Guitarist." Ghent recorded on the Arhoolie roots label for six years and has several recorded selections on each of the label's Sacred Steel volumes.

Celebrated Cookbook Editor Judith Jones To Speak on Nov. 5

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:33 GMT

Judith Jones, author of "The Tenth Muse: My Life in Food," will start her talk at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 5, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress Celebrates 400 Years of Hispanic Poetry in the United States on Oct. 18

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:34 GMT

Spanish literature in the United States can be traced back to the early days of Spanish settlements in the Southwest. To celebrate the rich history and contemporary creativity of Spanish-language literature, the Hispanic Division of the Library of Congress presents four Hispanic writers who will read from their work on Thursday, Oct. 18, at 6 p.m. in the Mary Pickford Theater, third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E, Washington, D.C.

Aviation Historian Tom Crouch To Discuss Aeronautics Collections, Oct. 24

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:35 GMT

Tom Crouch will discuss the Library of Congress collections, and his many hours searching through materials, in a lecture titled "Aeronautics at the Library of Congress: Forty Years of One User's Experience." The talk will start at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 24, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress To Host 12th Annual Meeting of the International Comic Arts Forum, Oct. 18-20

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:36 GMT

The Prints and Photographs Division of the Library of Congress will host the 12th annual meeting of the International Comic Arts Forum (ICAF), which will feature the Malaysian cartoonist Lat, the versatile comic artist Kyle Baker and many comic art scholars from around the world.

Martin Meredith To Discuss His New Book on the Making of South Africa on Oct. 11

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:37 GMT

British historian and journalist Martin Meredith will discuss and sign his new book, "Diamonds, Gold, and War: The British, the Boers, and the Making of South Africa" at noon on Thursday, Oct. 11, in the Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library's Map Treasures Are Highlighted in "Cartographia"

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:38 GMT

Vincent Virga and co-author Ron Grim will discuss "Cartographia" as part of the Library's Books & Beyond author series at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 23, in the Montpelier Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The program, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored jointly by the Center for the Book, the Geography and Map Division and the Publishing Office. For more information, contact the Center for the Book at (202) 707-5221.

"Observing, Fighting and Mitigating Damage from Wildfires" To Be Discussed on Oct. 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:39 GMT

Compton J. Tucker will discuss "Observing, Fighting and Mitigating Damage from Wildfires" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 17, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Jews of Cochin and South India are Subject of Lecture and Display

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:40 GMT

Kenneth X. Robbins will discuss the Jews of Cochin and South India from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11, in the Library's Mary Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the James Madison Building at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored jointly by the Library's Asian Division, Asian Division Friends Society, B'nai B'rith Klutznick National Jewish Museum, Embassy of India, Friends of Indian Arts, LCPA Hebrew Language Table and the University of Maryland's Office of International Programs, the program is free and open to the public. However, seating is limited. Online registration is required by Friday, Oct. 5 at www.lcasianfriends.org/event/JewsofCochin.

Congressman Major Owens and Distinguished Panel To Discuss "A New Challenge to Black Congressional Caucus"

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:41 GMT

What did Ossie Davis envision in 1971 when he proclaimed to the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) that "it's not the man, it's the plan"? In a special forum on Oct. 1 at the Library of Congress, Congressman Major Owens will host a distinguished panel of U.S. representatives and political scientists in a discussion of his forthcoming book, "The Peacock Elite: A Subjective Case Study of the Congressional Black Caucus and Its Impact on National Politics."

The forum will start at noon on Monday, Oct. 1, in the Members' Room on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street, S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Plans for an Asian Pacific American Collection Are Subject of Oct. 4-5 Conference

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:42 GMT

The Asian Division of the Library of Congress will host a "National Conference on Establishing an Asian Pacific American Collection in the Library of Congress." The conference will be held from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4 and Friday, Oct. 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Whittall Pavilion of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Americas Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature To Be Presented on Oct. 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:43 GMT

Authors Margarita Engle and Jennifer Riesmeyer Elvgren and illustrators Sean Qualls and Nicole Tadgell will receive the 2006 Americas Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature at the 14th annual award presentation hosted by the Library of Congress from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 6, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Poet Laureate Charles Simic Opens Literary Season with a Reading, Oct. 18

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:44 GMT

Charles Simic, the new Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress, known for his vivid imagery and excellent craftsmanship, will open the Library's 2007-08 literary season with a reading on Oct. 18.

Poetry at Noon Series Features "Magic and Magicians" and "Four South Carolina Poets" on Oct. 9 and Dec. 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:45 GMT

Poets will explore the mystery and allure of magic and magicians and the beauty of South Carolina during two Poetry at Noon readings at the Library of Congress.

Jefferson Building Special Closures, Sept. 14 and Sept. 28

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:46 GMT

Public access to the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress will be limited on two dates in September.

Law Library of Congress and the Constitution Project To Mark Constitution Day with Sept. 17 Panel Discussion

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:47 GMT

The Law Library of Congress and the Constitution Project will mark Constitution Day with a bipartisan panel discussion at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 17, in the Montpelier Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

"Holy Moses! A Cultural History of the Ten Commandments" To Be Presented by Jenna Weissman Joselit on Oct. 11

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:48 GMT

Jenna Weissman Joselit, a Princeton University professor who spent the summer as a Distinguished Visiting Scholar at the John W. Kluge Center, will wrap up her research with a lecture titled "Holy Moses! A Cultural History of the Ten Commandments in Modern America."

Joselit will present the talk at the Library of Congress at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, sponsored by the Library's Kluge Center, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Congressman Xavier Becerra To Deliver Hispanic Heritage Month Keynote

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:49 GMT

Rep. Xavier Becerra (D-Calif.), who serves as assistant to the speaker, will deliver the keynote address for the Library's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 18, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Charles A. Kupchan To Discuss U.S. Foreign Policy and the Collapse of Bipartisanship, Sept. 20

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:50 GMT

Charles A. Kupchan, holder of the Henry Alfred Kissinger Chair in Foreign Policy and International Relations at the Library of Congress, will discuss the topic in a lecture titled "Dead Center: The Collapse of Bipartisanship and Its Implications for U.S. Foreign Policy" at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sep. 20, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

U.S.-Armenian Relations Is Subject of 13th Annual Vardanants Day Program on Sept. 28

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:51 GMT

Former ambassadors to Armenia Harry Gilmore (1993-95), Peter Tomsen (1995-98), Michael Lemmon (1998-2001), John Ordway (2001-04) and John Evans (2005-06) will discuss their roles in establishing U.S.-Armenian relations following the dissolution of the Soviet Union.

Law Library of Congress To Host Sept. 12 Panel Discussion with Experts on National Security and the Constitution

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:52 GMT

In the aftermath of 9/11, measures were taken to formulate and implement a national security program. The impact of these policies on constitutional principles is the subject of a panel discussion to be held at noon on Wednesday, Sept. 12, in the Law Library's Multimedia Room, located in Room 240 of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

The Ambassador of Mexico To Speak on Sept. 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:53 GMT

Arturo Sarukhan, Mexican ambassador to the United States since 2006, will present a lecture on "The Future of Relations Between Mexico and the United States" on Monday, Sept. 17, at 6 p.m. in the Mumford Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C.

"West Side Story: Birth of a Classic" Opens on Sept. 26

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:54 GMT

Fifty years ago, on September 26, 1957, "West Side Story" opened on Broadway. The show went on to become a landmark musical in a league with works such as "Show Boat" and "Oklahoma!" The Library of Congress celebrates the golden anniversary of this historic musical with "West Side Story: Birth of a Classic."

Library of Congress Announces 2007-2008 Concert Season

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:55 GMT

The Library of Congress presents a dazzling concert roster in its 82nd season, with 40 superb chamber music, jazz, country, pop, rock and roll and world music events. Unveiling a gallery of composer portraits, from Carlos Chavez and Silvestre Revueltas to Fred Hersch, the historic free series showcases new music across the American soundscape. Seven of the world's leading chamber orchestras, period and contemporary, give concertgoers the chance to hear a Haydn symphony, a Mozart concerto—plus contemporary works by composers like Harrison Birtwistle, Alfred Schnittke, Aphex Twin and The Shaggs—in the extraordinary acoustics of the Coolidge Auditorium. Wrapping up the season is a tapfest tribute to the famous American tapper William “Bojangles” Robinson.

Jonathan Knee To Provide Inside Look at Investment Banking on Sept. 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:56 GMT

A behind-the-scenes look at Wall Street and the world of investment banking will be the focus of a lecture at the Library of Congress by Jonathan Knee, author of "The Accidental Investment Banker."

Knee will speak at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 17, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Free and open to the public, the event is sponsored by the Library's Science, Technology and Business Division.

Public Events at the Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:57 GMT

A listing of public events at the Library of Congress September through December.

Kay Kaufman Shelemay Discusses Ethiopian American Music on Sept. 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:58 GMT

"Music in the Ethiopian American Diaspora: A Preliminary Overview" will be presented at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 6, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress Hosts Fifth Annual Movie Day on Aug. 11

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:02:59 GMT

Home movies from the Library of Congress collection and screenings of films brought by the public will be featured at the fifth annual Washington D.C. Home Movie Day to be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11, in the Pickford Theater, 3rd floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Israeli Film Series Presents "Code Name: Bayonet" on Sept. 5

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:00 GMT

Directed by Rob Maiberg, "Code Name: Bayonet" (2006) exposes for the first time the real story of the Mossad's top secret "Bayonet" unit, which was responsible for Israel's retaliation. As part of the Library's continuing Israeli Film Series, the documentary will be screened at noon on Wednesday, Sept. 5, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Library's Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division and the Hebrew Language Table in cooperation with the Embassy of Israel, the screening is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

"American Treasures of the Library of Congress" To Close on Aug. 18

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:01 GMT

After 10 years on display, "American Treasures of the Library of Congress," an unprecedented exhibition of rare and unique items in the nation's library, will close on Aug. 18.

Health Expert Pamela Peeke To Discuss "Fit To Live" on Aug. 2

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:02 GMT

Have you indulged in too many hot dogs and ice cream cones this summer? Failed to carry out the well-meant exercise program? It might be time to heed the advice of Pamela Peeke, the medical doctor who recently published "Fit to Live: The Five-Point Plan to Be Lean, Strong and Fearless for Life."

Peeke will discuss her new book at the Library of Congress at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 2, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Library's Science, Technology and Business Division, the event is free and open to the public; tickets are not needed.

Library of Congress Announces Award-Winning Authors To Participate in Seventh Annual National Book Festival

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:03 GMT

he 2007 National Book Festival, organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress and hosted by Mrs. Laura Bush, will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 29, on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., between 7th and 14th streets (rain or shine). The festival is free and open to the public.

The End of European Colonial Empires To Be Discussed by William Roger Louis, July 10

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:04 GMT

One of the great themes of 20th century history is the end of European colonial empires. William Roger Louis, founding director of the National History Center, will discuss the topic in a lecture at the Library of Congress.

The talk will start at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 10, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Free and open to the public, the event is sponsored by the Library's John W. Kluge Center and the National History Center, and is presented in conjunction with the History Center's Second International Research Seminar on Decolonization, held in Washington, D.C., from July 9 through Aug. 4.

Crawford Young To Speak on the African Colonial State on July 25

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:05 GMT

Crawford Young, a distinguished scholar on Africa and professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin, will discuss "The African Colonial State and the Encounter with Decolonization" at the Library of Congress on July 25.

The lecture, which is free and open to the public, will start at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 25, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

"The State of the Book Industry in 2007" Is Topic of Center for the Book Program on June 28

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:06 GMT

What is the long-term effect of consolidation in the publishing industry? What are the latest sales trends in publishing and in the library market? How is the digital environment changing the book industry?

Such questions will be addressed and discussed by economists Albert N. Greco and Robert M. Wharton at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 28, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Origins of Life and Universe To Be Discussed by Nobel Scientists John Mather and Craig Mello, July 26

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:07 GMT

Two 2006 Nobel Prize winners will address the fundamental questions pondered by many through the ages: the origins of life and the universe.

Free and open to the public, the event, "On the Origins of Life and the Universe: An Afternoon with 2006 Nobel Laureates Craig Mello and John Mather," will be held at the Library of Congress from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 26, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. Tickets and reservations are not required, but seating is limited. The program will be webcast live at www.loc.gov.

Best-Selling Author Michael Blake To Speak June 25

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:08 GMT

Novelist, screenwriter and activist Michael Blake will discuss and sign his new book, "Indian Yell: The Heart of an American Insurgency," at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 25, in the West Dining Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

"City Lights, Spy Satellites and Urban Sprawl" To Be Discussed on June 27

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:09 GMT

Marc L. Imhoff will discuss "City Lights, Spy Satellites and Urban Sprawl" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 27, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Two Lectures By Kluge Fellow Suk-Young Kim Offer Insight on North Korean Culture and Politics

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:10 GMT

Suk-Young Kim, a fellow at the John W. Kluge Center, Library of Congress, will present two programs that provide insight on North Korean culture, politics and the leadership of Kim Jong-il, on June 26 and June 27.

New Biography of Robert E. Lee To Be Discussed on June 12

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:11 GMT

Elizabeth Brown Pryor will discuss and sign her new book, "Reading the Man: A Portrait of Robert E. Lee Through His Private Letters," at noon on Tuesday, June 12, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Landscape Designer Jane MacLeish Discusses Fresh Perspective on Gardening, June 7

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:12 GMT

With planting season in high gear, diligent gardeners could be tired of using the same old flowers, shrubs and patterns of display. Residential landscape designer Jane MacLeish will offer a fresh perspective on gardening in a lecture at the Library of Congress on June 7.

MacLeish will speak at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 7, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, sponsored by the Library's Science, Technology and Business Division, is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Francille Rusan Wilson To Discuss Black Labor Historians on June 13

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:13 GMT

A nationally known historian, Francille Wilson will discuss and sign her book, "The Segregated Scholars: Black Social Scientists and the Creation of Black Labor Studies, 1890-1950," at noon on Wednesday, June 13, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Cecelia Tichi Discusses Social Reformer Julia Lathrop on June 28

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:14 GMT

Julia Lathrop's career and significance as a political force is the subject of a lecture at the Library of Congress by Cecelia Tichi, holder of the Chair of Modern Culture in the John W. Kluge Center.

Tichi will discuss "Justice, Not Pity: Julia Lathrop, First Chief of the U.S. Children's Bureau" at 4 p.m. on Thursday, June 28, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Kluge Center, the event is free and open to the public; no tickets are needed.

Carl Haber To Discuss Capturing Recorded Sound Through Digital Imaging on June 18

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:15 GMT

The Library of Congress, in an effort to preserve its collections of recorded sound, is now evaluating a prototype device to extract sound from phonograph records through digital imaging.

Scientist Carl Haber will discuss this project, referred to as I.R.E.N.E. (Image, Reconstruct, Erase Noise, etc.), from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, June 18, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Season's Final Reading Will Feature D.C. Poet Laureate Dolores Kendrick and Poet Philip Levine

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:16 GMT

Washington, D.C., Poet Laureate Dolores Kendrick and Philip Levine will read their poetry at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, May 24, in the Coolidge Auditorium on the ground level of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Jim Crawford and Samuel Fromartz To Discuss Organic Farming on May 23

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:17 GMT

Almost from the inception of the organic food movement there has been conflict between the mom-and-pop farmers and large-scale retailers. Farmer Jim Crawford and business journalist Samuel Fromartz will explore this dichotomy and other organic farming issues in a lecture at the Library of Congress.

The discussion will start at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 23, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event, sponsored by the Library's Science, Technology and Business Division, is free and open to the public; no reservations are needed.

Commercialization of Academic Research To Be Topic of Lecture and Panel Discussion, May 24

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:18 GMT

There is much debate about the growth of commercialization of academic research results. Does it threaten a university's principal mission?

The topic will be discussed in a lecture and panel discussion titled "Commercializing University Research—Threats and Opportunities—The Oxford University Model" at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 24, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Shigemi Inaga To Discuss Western Influence on Japanese Art on June 7

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:19 GMT

Contact with the West transformed art in Japan during the first half of the 20th century, especially in the works of the painter Asai Chu (1856-1907) and the ceramicist and teacher Yagi Kazuo (1918-1979), according to Shigemi Inaga.

Inaga, who holds the Chair of Modern Culture at the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress, will give a lecture titled "Modern Japanese Arts and Crafts in Kyoto: From Asai Chu to Yagi Kazuo" at 4 p.m. on Thursday, June 7, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Library's Kluge Center, the event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Library of Congress To Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with Lectures and Web Site

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:20 GMT

With a national theme of “The American Jewish Experience: Celebrating Religious Pluralism, Cultural Diversity and Commitment to American Civic Culture,” the second annual Jewish American Heritage Month will be celebrated by the Library of Congress with public lectures and a new Web presentation.

Israeli Composer To Deliver Lecture Titled "Composing the Holocaust" on May 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:21 GMT

More than 60 years after the end of World War II, a growing number of artists are depicting the tragic events of the Holocaust through the performing arts.

Israeli composer Ella Milch-Sheriff, whose parents are Holocaust survivors, is one such artists whose operatic and orchestral works deal with this grave subject matter. She will discuss and show segments from her works in an audiovisual presentation titled "Composing the Holocaust" at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 17, in the Whittall Pavilion, located on the ground floor of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Poet Robert Hass To Host River of Words Ceremony on May 15

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:22 GMT

Robert Hass, former U.S. Poet Laureate, returns to the Library of Congress to moderate a program honoring the student winners of the annual River of Words environmental poetry and art contest at 10 a.m. on Tuesday May 15, in Room 119 on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street, S.E. in Washington, D.C.

Armenian Directors Rouben Mamoulian and Sergei Paradjanov Are Subject of Documentaries Making Their American Premieres at the Library on May 10 and May 11

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:23 GMT

French director Patrick Cazals will discuss his new documentaries "Rouben Mamoulian: The Golden Age of Broadway and Hollywood" and "Sergei Paradjanov: The Rebel" following their American premieres at the Library of Congress on May 10 and May 11, respectively. These events are free and open to the public. Reservations are not required.

Keynote by Sen. Daniel Inouye Headlines Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Events

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:24 GMT

Sen. Daniel Inouye (D-Hawaii), the third most senior member of the U.S. Senate, will deliver the keynote address for the Library's 2007 celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage month at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 22, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

The American Folklife Center Presents Symposium as Part of Rediscover Northern Ireland Program in May

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:25 GMT

WHAT: A half-day symposium, "All Through the North, As I Walked Forth …," features discussions on Irish place names, folklife and landscape.

WHO: Kay Muhr, Northern Ireland Place Names Project at Queen's University in Belfast, presents a talk on "Richard Bartlett and Place-Names in His Maps of Ulster, 1600-1603"; and Henry Glassie, professor at Indiana University in Bloomington, lectures on "Ballymenone: The Power of Place and the Riddle of History."

WHEN: Wednesday, May 16, at 2:30 p.m.

WHERE: Mumford Room, sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Public Events at the Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:26 GMT

Forthcoming events at the Library of Congress for May through August.

Paul Wilson Discusses His Translation of Václav Havel's Book, "To the Castle and Back," on May 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:27 GMT

Paul Wilson will discuss his English translation of former Czech Republic President Václav Havel's recently published book "To the Castle and Back," at the Library of Congress on May 17.

Images of Irish-American Immigrants Featured in Lecture by Swann Fellow on May 15

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:28 GMT

Swann Foundation Fellow Sharrona Pearl will discuss depictions of Irish-American immigrants in mid-19th century prints and analyze the ambiguous nature of the graphic imagery, on May 15 at the Library of Congress.

Pearl will present the lecture, titled "Black and White: Drawing the Irish-American Immigrant in Shades of Grey," at noon on Tuesday, May 15, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, DC.

"Perspectives on Childhood and the Law" is Subject of May 1 Law Day Program

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:29 GMT

The Law Library of the Library of Congress and the American Bar Association (ABA) Division for Public Education will commemorate Law Day with a panel discussion on "Perspectives on Childhood and the Law."

The event will be held from 4:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1, 2007, in Madison Hall, located on the first floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. The program is free and open to the public, but attendees must register in advance at www.abanet.org/publiced/jaworski.html.

Jefferson Building Closing Early, April 30

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:30 GMT

On Monday, April 30, the Great Hall, exhibitions and Sales Shop in the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress will be closed to the public beginning at noon.

Star-Studded Lineup Confirmed for Library of Congress Concert Honoring Gershwin Prize Recipient Paul Simon

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:31 GMT

A star-studded cast of performers and presenters has been confirmed, with more to come, to pay tribute to Paul Simon as he receives the first annual Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song on Wednesday, May 23 at 8 p.m. at the Warner Theatre located at 1299 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C.

2007 National Book Festival To Be Held Sept. 29

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:32 GMT

The 2007 National Book Festival, organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress and hosted by first lady Laura Bush, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2007, on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., between 7th and 14th streets from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (rain or shine). The festival is free and open to the public.

Symposium on HIV and Hepatitis Vaccines To Be Held on May 10

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:33 GMT

Distinguished health and medical experts will participate in a symposium addressing critical issues on the challenges of developing an HIV vaccine and ensuring the eradication of Hepatitis B, on May 10 at the Library of Congress.

The symposium, titled "Combating HIV and Hepatitis B," will coincide with World AIDS Vaccine Day on May 18 and Hepatitis Awareness Week, May 7-11.

The program will begin at 9 a.m. on Thursday, May 10, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. The experts will focus on HIV in the morning and on Hepatitis B at 2 p.m. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required. The symposium will be cybercast live at www.loc.gov.

Arnold Rampersad To Discuss His New biography of Ralph Ellison on May 3

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:34 GMT

Arnold Rampersad will discuss and sign his book, "Ralph Ellison: A Biography" at noon on Thursday, May 3 in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress To Receive Original Manuscript of Composition by Teen Prodigy Jay Greenberg

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:35 GMT

The original manuscript of "Quintet for Strings," written by 15-year-old composer Jay Greenberg, will be given to the Library of Congress at an April 27 concert benefiting the Project Harmony Child Protection Center in Omaha, Neb. Librarian of Congress James H. Billington will accept the gift from Greenberg at the conclusion of its performance the night of the concert.

New Film Series "Screening Shakespeare" Is Inspired By the Bard

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:36 GMT

The Library of Congress continues its participation in the Shakespeare festival with a new film series titled "Screening Shakespeare," made possible by a generous grant from The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, Inc. The series of more than 70 films and television shows inspired by the Bard's works will be shown from April 20 through Aug. 31, in the Mary Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building located at 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The films are free and open to the public but reservations are required; call 202-707-5677 one week before each show). A complete schedule of films can be found at www.loc.gov/rr/mopic/pickford/shakespeare2007.html.

Women in the Indian Subcontinent Are the Focus of April 20 Symposium

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:37 GMT

Women in the Indian subcontinent are often associated with the smiling, singing and dancing actresses who appear in Bollywood films (Indian cinema). However, throughout history women in that region have played a significant role in the political, religious and cultural life of their society.

The contributions of these women are the subject of a symposium titled "Patronage and Power: Women Movers and Shakers in the Indian Subcontinent," which will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 20, in the Members Room on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public. Advance registration is not required. For a complete program of the day's events, visit www.lcasianfriends.org/event/symposium.

New Library Publications Feature the Architecture and Engineering of Lighthouses and Bridges

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:38 GMT

The Library of Congress and W.W. Norton & Company will celebrate the publication of "Lighthouses" and "Bridges" with a special program to be held 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9, in Madison Hall, located on the first floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The program is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

First-Ever Joint Reading By U.S. and British Poets Laureate on May 10

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:39 GMT

U.S. Poet Laureate Donald Hall and British Poet Laureate Andrew Motion will participate in a historic series of joint poetry readings in Chicago, Washington, D.C., and London, sharing the stage for the first time and reacquainting the poetries of America and the United Kingdom.

The readings, which will take place in Chicago on May 7; Washington, D.C., on May 10; and London on June 6 are sponsored jointly by the Library of Congress, the Poetry Foundation and the London-based Poetry Society.

Yu Ying-Shih, Winner of 2006 Kluge Prize, To Discuss China on April 24 and April 26

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:40 GMT

Distinguished historian Yu Ying-shih, recipient of the 2006 John W. Kluge Prize for the Study of Humanity, will present talks on China at the Library of Congress on April 24 and April 26.

"Shakespeare's Birthday Reading" on April 17

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:41 GMT

William Shakespeare's 443rd birthday will be duly celebrated at the Library of Congress with a reading of his works by six professional actors from the Shakespeare Theater Company's Academy for Classical Acting.

The reading, at noon on Tuesday, April 17, will occur nearly a week earlier than the Bard's official birthday of April 23. The event will take place in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C., and is free and open to the public. Tickets are not needed.

"Food Politics: What to Eat in Today's Era of Food Anxiety" To Be Discussed on April 18

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:42 GMT

Marion Nestle, a New York University professor of nutrition, will speak on "Food Politics: What to Eat in Today's Era of Food Anxiety," at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, in the Mumford Room, on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Blvd. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Swann Fellow to Lecture on William Hogarth and the Art of Gesture April 10

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:43 GMT

Swann Foundation Fellow Hope Saska will explore the connection between the popular graphic satire of William Hogarth, whose art presented amusing yet cautionary tales of human behavior, and the staging of theatrical productions in the 18th century, in a lecture at the Library of Congress on April 10.

Saska will present the lecture, titled "Of Attitude and Action: William Hogarth and the Art of Gesture," at noon on Tuesday, April 10, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

A Capella Choir Cantus To Perform on March 30

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:44 GMT

Cantus, a nine-member, all-male chamber chorus from Minneapolis, performs in concert at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 30, in the Coolidge Auditorium. Preceding the concert will be a panel discussion titled "Men, Let's Sing: Choral Music for Men's Voices" at 6:15 p.m. in the Whittall Pavilion. Both locations are on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 101 First Street, S.E., Washington, D.C.

Award-Winning Documentary "Sisters in Law" To Be Screened on April 4

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:45 GMT

The film will be shown at the Library of Congress at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4, in the Mary Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring Margaret Lazarus, social activist and filmmaker, and Pascal Ewane Akame, human rights lawyer and specialist in Cameroonian law. A reception in the foyer of the Pickford Theater will follow the discussion.

History of U.S.-Japan Cultural Exchange Is Subject of April 6 Symposium

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:46 GMT

In conjunction with the Cherry Blossom Festival in the nation's capital (March 31-April 15, 2007), the Asian Division of the Library of Congress and the Embassy of Japan will host a symposium titled "Highlights of U.S.-Japan Relationship: History, Cultural Exchange and Future Development" from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, April 6, in the Members' Room (LJ-162) of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. In cooperation with Hitachi Ltd., Hitachi Metals America Ltd. and All Nippon Airways, the symposium is free and open to the public.

Scenes from "Golgotha To Be Performed on April 20

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:47 GMT

Israeli actor Victor Attar, playing the role of Greek Holocaust survivor Albert Salvado, will read selectively from a one-man play by Shmuel Refael titled "Golgotha" at noon on Friday, April 20, in the Mary Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Former Oklahoma Representative Mickey Edwards To Speak on March 29

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:48 GMT

In celebration of its 175 years of service to Congress and the nation, the Law Library of Congress is launching a yearlong series of events designed to celebrate its achievements and showcase its unparalleled resources.

Among these celebratory events is a Legal Speaker Series with a theme of "National Security and the Rule of Law," which will feature renowned speakers from Congress, academia and the media.

The inaugural lecture in the series will be delivered by former Representative Mickey Edwards (R-Okla.) at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, in the Whittall Pavilion of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. All lectures in the series are free and open to the public, but seating is limited. Dates for future lectures are June 28, Sept. 20 and Dec. 13.

15th Century Uzbek Author Mir Ali Shir (Navoi) Is Subject of March 27 Symposium

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:49 GMT

During the 15th century, Mir Ali Shir (1441-1501) was the major literary figure among the Central Asian Turkic peoples, the ancestors of today's Uzbeks. His life, work and legacy will be the focus of a symposium to be held at the Library of Congress from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 27, in Room LJ-119, located on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress Presents Schedule of Programs Highlighting Northern Ireland, March-May

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:50 GMT

From its population of more than one and a half million people, Northern Ireland has produced many remarkable musicians, artists and folklorists living and working in the world today. The Library of Congress will present several events featuring such notables throughout March, April and May as part of the Rediscover Northern Ireland Program co-sponsored by the Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure Council (DCAL) of Northern Ireland.

"Honey Bees, Satellites and Climate Change" To Be Discussed, April 3

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:51 GMT

Wayne Esaias, a biological oceanographer with NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, will present "Honey Bees, Satellites and Climate Change" at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 3, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Law Library of Congress and Tufts University To Present Mock Congressional Oversight Committee Hearing on March 22

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:52 GMT

WHAT: The Law Library of Congress and Tufts University will present a Mock Congressional Oversight Committee Hearing. The theme is "Inherent Presidential Powers and the Constitution: National Security, Personal Liberty and the Matter of National Security Agency Eavesdropping."

WHEN: Thursday, March 22, 2007, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.; reception to follow

Montpelier Room, 6th floor, James Madison Building,101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

New Book About First U.S. Diplomat in French West Africa To Be Discussed on March 22

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:53 GMT

Stephen Grant will discuss and sign his new book, "Peter Strickland: New London Shipmaster, Boston Merchant, First Consul to Senegal" at noon on Thursday, March 22, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington D.C.

Poet Laureate Chooses Two New Voices in American Poetry for 10th Annual Witter Bynner Award and Reading, March 29

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:54 GMT

Poet Laureate Donald Hall has chosen two new voices in poetry, college professor Laurie Lamon and newspaperman David Tucker, for the 2007 Witter Bynner Fellowships and will introduce the poets on March 29 at the Library of Congress.

Lamon, from Spokane, Wash., and Tucker, from South Orange, N.J., will read from their works at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Jutta Hipp is Topic of Lecture on March 27

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:55 GMT

Jazz historian Kate Kaiser presents a talk on "Jutta Hipp: Europe's First Lady of Jazz" at 7 p.m. in the Mary Pickford Theater, third floor, Madison Building, 101 Indpendence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Protestant Portuguese Immigration Topic of Lecture on March 16

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:56 GMT

Katherine Vaz, Briggs-Copeland Fellow in Fiction at Harvard University, discusses this migration during her lecture titled "Confessions of an Historical Novelist: Writing Fact and Fiction" at noon on Friday, March 16, in the Mary Pickford Theater, third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Bicentenary of Missionary Robert Morrison's Arrival in China Is Subject of March 15 Symposium

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:57 GMT

Contact between China and the Western world was limited prior to the early 19th century due to state policy and distance. Robert Morrison, a Protestant missionary, played a major role in building a bridge between the East and West when he traveled to China in 1807. The lasting impact of his pioneering efforts is the subject of a conference titled "A Bridge Between Cultures: Commemorating the 200th Anniversary of Robert Morrison's Arrival in China" to be held March 14-17 at the Library of Congress and the University of Maryland, College Park.

The conference, which is open to the public, is sponsored jointly by the Library's Asian Division, the Centre for the Study of Christianity in China (Oxford, England), the University of Maryland and Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) For a schedule of events and registration information, visit the Centre's Web site at http://cscic.com/Academic-Activities, or send an e-mail inquiry to morrison@gmail.com.

Exhibition of Contemporary Japanese Prints Starts March 29

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:58 GMT

"On the Cutting Edge: Contemporary Japanese Prints," an exhibition featuring 212 fine prints from the College Women's Association of Japan (CWAJ) Print Show, will open at the Library of Congress on March 29, coinciding with the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C.

National Literary Society of the Deaf Becomes a Center for the Book Reading Promotion Partner

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:03:59 GMT

A program of public events marking the new partnership will be held on Tuesday, March 13, beginning at 11 a.m., in the West Dining Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Gerhard Casper To Discuss "Caesarism in Democratic Politics" March 22

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:00 GMT

President Emeritus of Stanford University Gerhard Casper, who recently occupied the Chair of American Law and Governance in the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress, will talk about "Caesarism in Democratic Politics: Reflections on Max Weber" on March 22.

The lecture will be at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, in Room 119 of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the Kluge Center, the event is free and open to the public; no tickets are required.

Keynote Address by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz Headlines Women's History Month Events

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:01 GMT

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.) will deliver the keynote address for the Library's celebration of Women's History Month at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 14, in the Mumford Room, located on the sixth floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required.

Joseph Horowitz to Deliver Louis C. Elson Memorial Lecture March 7

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:02 GMT

Joseph Horowitz, author of "Classical Music in America: A History of Its Rise and Fall" (2005), presents the Louis C. Elson Memorial Lecture on "The Classical Music ‘Crisis' and What To Do About It" on Wednesday, March 7 at 7 p.m. in the Coolidge Auditorium, ground floor, Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

John Hope Franklin, Winner of 2006 Kluge Prize, to Lecture at Library of Congress on March 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:03 GMT

Distinguished historian John Hope Franklin, recipient of the 2006 John W. Kluge Prize for the Study of Humanity, will present a lecture titled "Where Do We Go from Here" at the Library of Congress on March 6, focusing on pressing domestic and foreign policy issues.

Sponsored by the Library's John W. Kluge Center, the lecture will be at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 6, in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are required.

Women Composers From The MacDowell Colony To Be Featured in March 10 Concert

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:04 GMT

Among the women composers in residence at The MacDowell Colony were Gena Branscombe (1881-1977), Louise Talma (1906-1996) and Elizabeth Brown (1953- ), whose works will be performed at noon on Saturday, March 10 in the Coolidge Auditorium of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C., 20540. The concert, which is free and open to the public, features Katie Lansdale on violin, mezzo soprano Kathleen Shimeta, pianists Andrew Harley and Martin Hennessy, and piano duo Sharon Johnson and Nancy Davis.

New Novel On Dred Scott Is Topic of Lecture on March 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:05 GMT

Award-winning writer Mary E. Neighbour will discuss and sign "Speak Right On," her novel about Dred Scott, the former slave at the heart of the 1857 decision, at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 6, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Memorial Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. The program is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Life in South Africa to be Discussed at Library on Feb. 26

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:06 GMT

Nokuthula Mazibuko, South African author-director-teacher, presents "Life Stories and Memory Making in South Africa" in a program sponsored by the African and Middle Eastern Division at 1 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 26, in Dining Room A, sixth floor of the Madison Building.

Best-Selling Mystery Writer Sara Paretsky To Speak on Feb. 27

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:07 GMT

Sara Paretsky will discuss and sign her most recent book, "Fire Sale," at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Human Rights in Namibia to Be Discussed on Feb. 27

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:08 GMT

Chiku Mchombu, librarian with the Human Rights and Documentation Centre of the University of Namibia, discusses human rights and libraries in Namibia at 11:30 a.m. in LJ 220.

The Power of Lincoln's Words To De Discussed on Feb. 21

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:09 GMT

Leading Lincoln scholar Douglas L. Wilson will discuss and sign his new book, "Lincoln's Sword: The Presidency and the Power of Words," at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 21 in Dining Room A, sixth floor, James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Law Library of Congress To Celebrate 175th Anniversary in 2007

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:10 GMT

Former U.S. Secretary of State James A. Baker III To Give Kissinger Lecture, Feb. 27

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:11 GMT

Former U.S. Secretary of State James A. Baker III, who recently served as co-chair of the Iraq Study Group, will deliver the fifth Kissinger Lecture on Foreign Policy and International Relations at the Library of Congress on Feb. 27.

Paul Orfalea, Kinko's Founder, To Lecture on How To Succeed in Business and in Life, Feb. 26

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:12 GMT

Paul Orfalea, the creative and inspiring founder of Kinko's (now FedEx Kinko's), will discuss his theories and instincts on how to succeed, in business and in life, Feb. 26 in a lecture at the Library of Congress.

Orfalea will base his talk on his memoir, which he co-wrote with Ann Marsh, titled "Copy This! Lessons from a Hyperactive Dyslexic Who Turned a Bright Idea into One of America's Best Companies." The lecture will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 26, in the West Dining Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

"The Women Around Sigmund Freud" Is Topic of Lecture, Feb. 14

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:13 GMT

Inge Scholz-Strasser, director of the Sigmund Freud Museum in Vienna, Austria, will present "The Women Around Sigmund Freud -- Patients, Colleagues, Confidantes" at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 14, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Concerts and a Keynote Address by Rep. Juanita Millender-McDonald Headline African American History Month Events

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:14 GMT

As the nation celebrates the history of African-Americans in February, teachers nationwide will be quizzing students on their knowledge of black history. For example, who is the first African-American woman in history to hold the position of chairwoman of the powerful Committee on House Administration?

The answer is Rep. Juanita Millender-McDonald, who is delivering the African American History Month keynote address at the Library of Congress on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 1:00 p.m. in the Mumford Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Avenue, SE, Washington, D. C. The event is free and open to the public.

Love Poems To Be Read, Feb. 8

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:15 GMT

Mary Ann Larkin and Patric Pepper, a Washington D.C. poet-couple, and Maryland poet Greg McBride will read poems about love at noon on Thursday, Feb. 8, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Archbishop of Chicago to Speak on Feb. 13

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:16 GMT

Cardinal Francis George, eighth Archbishop of Chicago, will present a lecture titled "What Kind of Democracy Leads to Secularization?" at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 13, in the Members' Room on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

New Library Exhibition Celebrating Centennial of The MacDowell Colony To Open Feb. 22

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:17 GMT

The Library of Congress will celebrate the centennial of The MacDowell Colony – the first artists' residency program in America and the model for hundreds of others – with a new exhibition titled "A Century of Creativity: The MacDowell Colony 1907-2007." Among the many featured artists included in the exhibition are composers Aaron Copland and Leonard Bernstein, playwright Thornton Wilder and novelist Willa Cather.

The presentation, which opens on Feb. 22 and remains on view through Aug. 18, will be a featured display in the "American Treasures of the Library of Congress" exhibition in the Southwest Gallery of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. Exhibition hours are 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Library to Participate in Citywide Shakespeare Festival with Display of Materials on the Bard

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:18 GMT

Opening on Feb. 22, a display case of items pertaining to the bard will be on view through Aug. 18 in the "American Treasures of the Library of Congress" exhibition, located in the Southwest Gallery of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The exhibition is free and open to the public, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Clayton Eshleman Will Read César Vallejo Poems on Jan. 26

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:19 GMT

Clayton Eshleman, translator of the newly released "The Complete Poetry of César Vallejo," will read poems in English, and Peruvian businessman Gonzalo Corzo will read poems in Spanish at 6:45 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 26, in the Montpelier Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The reception afterward will be held at the Library.

Author to Discuss Classic Love Advice Feb. 14

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:20 GMT

Abigail Grotke, author of "Miss Abigail's Guide to Dating, Mating and Marriage: Classic Advice for Contemporary Dilemmas," will talk at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 14, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations are needed.

"Constitutions, Elections and Legislatures of Poland, 1493-1993" Topic of Lecture Jan. 18

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:21 GMT

Jacek Jedruch discusses his book “Constitutions, Elections and Legislatures of Poland, 1493-1993: A Guide to Their History” at noon in the European Division Conference Room, LJ 250.

Chinese Language and Painting Demonstration and Lecture on Feb. 8

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:22 GMT

Master Artist Ho-nien Au presents a lecture-demonstration titled “Chinese Language and Painting: Twin Arts, One Origin” in a program cosponsored by the Asian Division, American Folklife Center and Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office.

Award-Winning Documentary "Mario's Story" To Be Screened on Jan. 31

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:23 GMT

The award-winning documentary "Mario's Story" (2006) will be shown at the Library of Congress at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31, in the Mary Pickford Theater, located on the third floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Journalist John Dickerson to Discuss His New Biography at the Library on Feb. 6

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:24 GMT

John Dickerson, chief political correspondent for "Slate," will discuss and sign copies of his new biography, "On Her Trail: My Mother, Nancy Dickerson, TV News' First Woman Star," at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 6, in the West Dining Room, sixth floor, James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

"Treasures of Auschwitz" To Be Screened Feb. 28

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:25 GMT

"Treasures of Auschwitz," another film in the continuing Israeli Film Series, will be screened at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 28, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building.

Economist Tim Harford Will Discuss Why the Rich Are Rich and the Poor Are Poor

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:26 GMT

Economist Tim Harford will talk about his recent book "The Undercover Economist: Exposing Why the Rich Are Rich and the Poor Are Poor and Why You Can Never Buy a Decent Used Car!" at the Library of Congress in February.

Jorge Luis Borges and the Kabbalah is Subject of Jan. 16 Program

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:27 GMT

Mirta Kupferminc and Saul Sosnowski will discuss their book "Borges and the Kabbalah: Paths to the Word" at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16, in the Mary Pickford Theater on the third floor of the Library's James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C. The authors will also present a short documentary about the making of the book.

NASA Scientist to Discuss Climate Changes in Polar Regions at Library of Congress on Jan. 24

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:28 GMT

NASA scientist Robert A. Bindschadler will discuss the latest space-based observations on the warming of the polar regions in a lecture next month at the Library of Congress.

Bindschadler will deliver his talk, titled "Who Left the Freezer Door Open? What the Poles Are Telling Us About Climate Change," at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24, in the West Dining Room on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Saint John's Bible Exhibition Extended Through Dec. 30

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:29 GMT

WHAT: "Illuminating the Word: The Saint John's Bible" will be extended.

WHEN: Instead of closing on Dec. 23, the exhibition will remain on view through Saturday, Dec. 30. The free exhibition is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Saturday.

Swann Fellow to Lecture on Winsor McCay at Library on Jan. 16

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:30 GMT

Swann Foundation Fellow Katherine Roeder will discuss the work of distinguished cartoonist Winsor McCay and its relationship to the mass culture of the early 20th century in a lecture next month at the Library of Congress.

Roeder will present her talk, titled "Wide Awake in Slumberland: Fantasy and Mass Culture in the Work of Winsor McCay," at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 16, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the James Madison Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Forthcoming Public Events at the Library of Congress

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:31 GMT

Events for January – April 2007 at the Library of Congress.
(Events subject to change; all telephone numbers are 202 area code)

All events are free and open to the public.

Herblock Display in "American Treasures" Extended Through Feb. 3

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:32 GMT

"Enduring Outrage: Editorial Cartoons by Herblock," currently on display in the "American Treasures of the Library of Congress" exhibition, will be extended through Feb. 3. The exhibition may be viewed free of charge from 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, in the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building at 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C.

Library of Congress Exhibition "Cartoon America" Extended Through Feb. 24

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:33 GMT

"Cartoon America: Highlights from the Art Wood Collection of Cartoon and Caricature," a Library of Congress exhibition, will be extended through Saturday, Feb. 24, 2006. The free exhibition is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Saturday in the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

Author Marianne Kamp Discusses Her Book On Uzbek Women On Jan. 11

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:34 GMT

Author Marianne Kamp will explore the lives of Uzbek women before and after the Russian Revolution of 1917 in a talk about her new book, "The New Woman in Uzbekistan: Islam, Modernity and Unveiling Under Communism," at noon on Thursday, Jan. 11, in Room 119 in the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington D.C.

Steven Isserlis Preconcert Talk on Dec. 15

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:35 GMT

Cellist Steven Isserlis talks about one of his favorite composers, Robert Schumann, at 6:15 p.m. in the Whittall Pavilion. No tickets are required. Contact: 707-5502.

Nov. 30 Symposium: Status of Women in Tunisia

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 12:04:36 GMT

A symposium titled "Tunisia: Celebrating Fifty Years of Women's Emancipation" will be held from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 30, in Room 119 of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street S.E., Washington, D.C. Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor will make a special presentation.

Environmental Law Subject of Film, Panel Discussion Nov. 15

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 19:35:10 GMT

"A Civil Action" (1998), starring John Travolta, will be shown at the Library of Congress at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15.

The event, which is sponsored jointly by the Law Library of Congress and Tufts University, is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required, but seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The film screening will be preceded by a 6 p.m. reception in the foyer of the Pickford Theater and followed by a panel discussion.