Events at the Library of Congress

Our understanding of George Washington and King George III of Britain is clouded by myths that have accumulated over centuries. This exhibition explores the lives and legacies of the two adversaries during America’s war for independence. The Library of Congress brings their papers together for the first time to reveal the real men behind the myths.

This small display celebrates one hundred years of Black history commemorations. Historian Carter G. Woodson initiated the annual observance of “Negro History Week” in February 1926. His modest idea blossomed into a monumental educational and cultural movement. In 1976, Negro History Week was extended to a month-long celebration to coincide with the nation’s bicentennial. This display traces the evolution of Negro History Week over…

The Library of Congress preserves collective memories representing entire societies as well as intimate records of important moments and rites of passage in individual lives. The inaugural exhibition in the David M. Rubenstein Treasures Gallery draws from the Library’s rich Americana and international holdings in more than 450 languages and in forms created across time and continents.

The Foreign and Comparative Law Webinar Series explores foreign and comparative law issues researched by experts at the Law Library of Congress. This session examines the legacy of the European Convention on Human Rights, the rights it protects, their evolution over time, and key cases and interpretations by the European Court of Human Rights, including how its decisions are supervised.

Celebrate terrain mapping and topography with the Geography & Map Division at the Library of Congress! Join us in the Great Hall between 5 to 8 p.m. for games and crafts exploring cartographic design and topographic relief and stop by the collections display in LJ-113.

Join renowned cartographer Tom Patterson for a talk covering his career as a cartographer at the National Park Service.

Best Actor nominee Dustin Hoffman stars as a talented but difficult actor who disguises himself as a woman to land a soap opera role—only to become an unexpected star. As success blurs performance and identity, romantic and professional complications abound. With Jessica Lange, Teri Garr, Dabney Coleman, Charles Durning, Bill Murray. Color, 116 min. (Film)

This small display celebrates one hundred years of Black history commemorations. Historian Carter G. Woodson initiated the annual observance of “Negro History Week” in February 1926. His modest idea blossomed into a monumental educational and cultural movement. In 1976, Negro History Week was extended to a month-long celebration to coincide with the nation’s bicentennial. This display traces the evolution of Negro History Week over…

The Library of Congress preserves collective memories representing entire societies as well as intimate records of important moments and rites of passage in individual lives. The inaugural exhibition in the David M. Rubenstein Treasures Gallery draws from the Library’s rich Americana and international holdings in more than 450 languages and in forms created across time and continents.

Our understanding of George Washington and King George III of Britain is clouded by myths that have accumulated over centuries. This exhibition explores the lives and legacies of the two adversaries during America’s war for independence. The Library of Congress brings their papers together for the first time to reveal the real men behind the myths.

After choosing between rival suitors and settling down, a young bride (Eleanor Boardman) is forced by circumstance to reconsider her decision. Restored by the Library of Congress and The Film Foundation. Funding provided by the Hobson/Lucas Family Foundation. Silent, with live musical accompaniment by Andrew Simpson. Black & white, 78 min. (Film)

Our understanding of George Washington and King George III of Britain is clouded by myths that have accumulated over centuries. This exhibition explores the lives and legacies of the two adversaries during America’s war for independence. The Library of Congress brings their papers together for the first time to reveal the real men behind the myths.

This small display celebrates one hundred years of Black history commemorations. Historian Carter G. Woodson initiated the annual observance of “Negro History Week” in February 1926. His modest idea blossomed into a monumental educational and cultural movement. In 1976, Negro History Week was extended to a month-long celebration to coincide with the nation’s bicentennial. This display traces the evolution of Negro History Week over…

The Library of Congress preserves collective memories representing entire societies as well as intimate records of important moments and rites of passage in individual lives. The inaugural exhibition in the David M. Rubenstein Treasures Gallery draws from the Library’s rich Americana and international holdings in more than 450 languages and in forms created across time and continents.

Visit the Library of Congress for a day of no-cost community resources, including two oral history workshops and a resource fair of programs offered by the Library and several community organizations. Hosted by the Library’s Veterans History Project.

Our understanding of George Washington and King George III of Britain is clouded by myths that have accumulated over centuries. This exhibition explores the lives and legacies of the two adversaries during America’s war for independence. The Library of Congress brings their papers together for the first time to reveal the real men behind the myths.

This small display celebrates one hundred years of Black history commemorations. Historian Carter G. Woodson initiated the annual observance of “Negro History Week” in February 1926. His modest idea blossomed into a monumental educational and cultural movement. In 1976, Negro History Week was extended to a month-long celebration to coincide with the nation’s bicentennial. This display traces the evolution of Negro History Week over…

The Library of Congress preserves collective memories representing entire societies as well as intimate records of important moments and rites of passage in individual lives. The inaugural exhibition in the David M. Rubenstein Treasures Gallery draws from the Library’s rich Americana and international holdings in more than 450 languages and in forms created across time and continents.

Our understanding of George Washington and King George III of Britain is clouded by myths that have accumulated over centuries. This exhibition explores the lives and legacies of the two adversaries during America’s war for independence. The Library of Congress brings their papers together for the first time to reveal the real men behind the myths.

In celebration of Women’s History Month in March and National Poetry Month in April, the Library of Congress presents a display of manuscript writings of Ojibwe poet and knowledge keeper Jane Johnston Schoolcraft (1800–1842) (Bamewawagezhikaquay) of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.

Join the Library's Innovator in Residence Vivian Li as she walks us through her process for researching and exploring local communities using the Library of Congress's online collections. Li will share how she researches street and buildings names, bridges, parks and other pieces of our everyday landscape to learn more about a community and its history.

Our understanding of George Washington and King George III of Britain is clouded by myths that have accumulated over centuries. This exhibition explores the lives and legacies of the two adversaries during America’s war for independence. The Library of Congress brings their papers together for the first time to reveal the real men behind the myths.

In celebration of Women’s History Month in March and National Poetry Month in April, the Library of Congress presents a display of manuscript writings of Ojibwe poet and knowledge keeper Jane Johnston Schoolcraft (1800–1842) (Bamewawagezhikaquay) of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.