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Event | Special Events Live! At the Library: Who Knew? Trivia Night

Part of Live at the Library

This event is free, but tickets are required separately from Live! at the Library and there may be special restrictions. Click the "Get Tickets" link below for more information and to secure your ticket.

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Gather your friends for a one-of-a-kind trivia night testing your knowledge of the stories, histories and collections preserved within the world’s largest library!
 
This is not your typical trivia night. Along with answering questions, guests will have the opportunity to view a special display of Library collection items and engage with the experts. With topics ranging from natural history to sports to literature, this event offers something for everyone.
 
Don’t miss out on your chance to win Library of Congress trivia!
 

Team Sign-Up Logistics:

 

  • Register as a team using the ticketing link above. You may select between 1-5 tickets to form a team of up to 5 people.
  • When registering, please list the email addresses of all your team members, along with the complete contact information for your Team Captain. 
  • Please note: This event is designed for teams. If you register as an individual, you may be grouped with others to form a team.
  • All attendees must have a ticket for Who Knew? Trivia Night. General admission tickets to Live! at the Library will not be accepted.
  • Please note that you may be asked to confirm your registration prior to the event.
 
Schedule:

5:00-5:45pm:

 

  • Check in for the event starts at 5:00pm in LJ-119 and closes at 5:45pm. Please ensure that the majority of your team is checked in by 5:45. Allow enough time to get through the ticketing line at the entrance and make your way to the trivia room (LJ-119).
  • Guests may explore the special display of collection items during this time. (Tip: the display might just give you an edge in the trivia!)
  • Please arrive early to secure beverages and food from the Great Hall. You may enjoy these during the trivia event.

6:00-6:15pm: 

 

  • Trivia begins and is expected to last approximately 90 minutes. Winners will be announced at the conclusion of the evening.