Event Lectures and Symposia Live! at the Library: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again

Date and Location

Part of Live at the Library

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Join us for an evening with authors Robert Putnam and Shaylyn Romney Garrett, as they discuss their book “The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again” in a conversation moderated by Ryan Reft from the Library of Congress Manuscripts Division. Following the discussion, the authors will be available for a book signing with attendees.

This event will support the Library of Congress "Join In: Voluntary Associations in America" exhibit, which will be available to view from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

This event is free, but timed-entry passes are required to enter the Library of Congress. Click the "Get Tickets" link above and select a timed-entry pass for your preferred entry time.