Tag: library_of_congress
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Library of Congress Acquires Acclaimed Graphic Novel Artwork
The Library of Congress has acquired original artwork from Eric Drooker's "Naked City" and Josh Neufeld's "A.D.: New Orleans After the Deluge." This expands its graphic novel collection, notably completing Drooker's "City Trilogy" holdings for research.
MediaEntertainmentDigital and Print PublishingEducationSocial Issues Eric DrookerJosh NeufeldLibrary of CongressGraphic NovelsOriginal ArtworkVisual JournalismCity TrilogyU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Kicks Off World Cup Celebration with New Display
The Library of Congress unveils "For the Love of the Game," a new display celebrating the FIFA World Cup's history and cultural impact, coinciding with the 2026 tournament co-hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
SportMediaWorldEducationDigital and Print PublishingSocial IssuesLatin America Library of CongressFIFA World CupSoccerHispanic Reading RoomHenry WidenerMexicoU.S. Library of Congress
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Jane Aikin to Discuss New Library of Congress History
Author Jane Aikin will discuss her new history of the Library of Congress on June 17, 2026, joined by John Cole and Cheryl Fox. The event includes refreshments, book sales, and requires registration.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingEducationFederal Government Jane AikinLibrary of CongressBook DiscussionHistoryJohn W. Kluge CenterWashington D.C.Libraries & MuseumsU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Magazine Celebrates America's 250th with Historical Treasures
The Library of Congress Magazine's May-June 2026 issue celebrates America's 250th, featuring historical treasures, DNA-encoded artifacts for a time capsule, and stories on Revolutionary War survivors and a D-Day training map.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEducationDigital and Print PublishingMilitary Library of CongressAmerican HistoryLibrary of Congress MagazineGettysburg AddressDeclaration of IndependenceDNA Time CapsuleD-DayU.S. Library of Congress
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Yilian Cañizares Makes U.S. Tour Debut at Library of Congress
Yilian Cañizares debuted her U.S. tour at the Library of Congress, performing 'Vitamin Y' and connecting with Maestro Chucho Valdés over his score. A display of Cuban and women composers celebrated her diverse musical journey.
EntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentMediaMusicEducationFederal GovernmentEuropeLatin America Yilian CañizaresLibrary of CongressCuban MusicJazzClassical MusicChucho ValdésMusic PerformanceU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress and Temple University Validate DNA Storage of Ancient Buddhist Text
A collaboration between the Library of Congress and Temple University has successfully validated the storage and retrieval of the Diamond Sutra's text in synthetic DNA, demonstrating a promising future for long-term digital preservation of cultural heritage.
Science & TechnologyMediaPolitics and GovernmentEducationComputers and InternetFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues Synthetic DNA data storageLibrary of CongressTemple UniversityDiamond SutraCultural HeritageDigital PreservationUniversity of WashingtonU.S. Library of Congress
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Congress.gov Reveals Most-Viewed Bills for Mid-June 2026
The Library of Congress announced the most-viewed bills on Congress.gov for the week of June 14, 2026, featuring legislation on obesity, digital assets, national defense, and border security, reflecting diverse public interest.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessConflictFederal GovernmentCongressMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsMilitary Congress.govLibrary of CongressLegislationObesityDigital AssetsNational DefenseBorder SecurityU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Preserves Stories of Revolutionary War's Last Survivors
In 1864, photographers and a clergyman documented six elderly men believed to be the last Revolutionary War veterans. Their portraits and stories are now preserved at the U.S. Library of Congress, offering a unique historical record.
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessFederal GovernmentEducationDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues Revolutionary WarLibrary of CongressVeteransPhotographyHistoryElias Brewster HillardNelson and Roswell MooreU.S. Library of Congress
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Congress.gov Highlights Four Key Senate Bills
The Library of Congress's Congress.gov service highlighted four Senate bills, including acts on secret spending, prison contraband, tribal warrants, and police leadership. These legislative proposals cover diverse policy areas.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyLegalSocial Issues Senate BillsLegislationCongress.govLibrary of CongressGovernment TransparencyTribal JusticeU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Unveils New Research Guide on Dance Icon Agnes de Mille
The Library of Congress has launched a new research guide on Agnes de Mille, celebrating her profound influence on American dance and musical theater. The guide provides access to extensive collections documenting her groundbreaking choreography, authorship, and advocacy for the…
EntertainmentMediaPolitics and GovernmentEducationGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVMusic Agnes de MilleLibrary of CongressDanceChoreographyMusical TheaterResearch GuidePerforming ArtsU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Meeting Highlights Urgent Digital Storage Challenges Amid AI Boom
The 20th DSA meeting at the Library of Congress revealed urgent digital storage challenges, including rapid data proliferation and AI demands, pushing current systems to their limits and driving the search for novel solutions.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEnvironmentFederal GovernmentEducationEconomy Library of CongressDigital StorageData ProliferationData PreservationDSA MeetingEmerging TechnologiesU.S. Library of Congress
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Geraldine Brooks Reflects on Journalism, Fiction, and Grief at Library of Congress Event
Geraldine Brooks, 2025 Library of Congress Prize for American Fiction recipient, discussed her career journey from foreign correspondent to Pulitzer-winning novelist, and how writing helped her navigate profound grief after her husband's death.
MediaBusinessEntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Geraldine BrooksLibrary of CongressAmerican Fiction PrizeJournalismHistorical FictionGriefPulitzer PrizeU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Highlights Top-Viewed Bills for Week of June 7, 2026
The Library of Congress's Congress.gov released its most-viewed bills for the week of June 7, 2026, featuring legislation on obesity, digital assets, defense, Ukraine support, and a bill related to Donald J. Trump.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessConflictGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceMilitarySocial Issues Library of CongressLegislationObesityDigital AssetsNational DefenseUkraineDonald J. TrumpU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Expands Digital Access for Computational Users
Rachel Trent, Senior Digital Collections Data Librarian, leads efforts to make Library of Congress content accessible to computational users, emphasizing data context and cultural significance.
Science & TechnologyMediaPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetDigital and Print PublishingFederal GovernmentEducation Rachel TrentLibrary of CongressDigital CollectionsComputational Data ServicesData AccessAPIsCultural HeritageU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Acquires Rare Songbook from Historic U.S. Exploring Expedition
The Library of Congress has acquired a unique 19th-century songbook from the U.S. Exploring Expedition, featuring compositions by sailors and scientists. This rare manuscript offers insights into shipboard music and American exploration history.
Science & TechnologyEntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentWorldMusicFederal GovernmentMilitaryEducationEnvironment U.S. Exploring ExpeditionLibrary of CongressMusic DivisionSea ShantiesJames Dwight DanaJames Croxall PalmerAmerican ExplorationU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress to Host Free Genealogy Webinar
The Library of Congress will host a free webinar on June 10, 2026, detailing its extensive genealogical resources. Learn to uncover family history using tools like Chronicling America for both offsite and onsite research.
Politics and GovernmentMediaFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingEducationComputers and Internet Library of CongressGenealogyFamily HistoryWebinarChronicling AmericaResearchWashington D.C.U.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Holds Crucial 1962 Lunar Map for Apollo Program
A 1962 lunar map, created by the Aeronautical Chart and Information Center using photogrammetry, proved crucial for the Apollo program's moon landing site selection, now preserved at the Library of Congress.
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentAstronomy and SpaceFederal GovernmentGeneral Politics Library of CongressApollo programLunar mapMoon landingPhotogrammetryJohn F. KennedyMare TranquillitatisU.S. Library of Congress
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Congress.gov Updates on Key Legislation
Congress.gov updated today with details on three key bills: H.R.2860 for marine conservation, H.R.7250 for Fort Peck water system reauthorization, and S.254, the ARTIST Act, providing a snapshot of current legislative activity.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongress Library of CongressLegislationCongress.govNorthwest Straits Marine Conservation InitiativeFort Peck Reservation Rural Water SystemARTIST ActGovernmentU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Unveils New Stephen Sondheim Research Guide
The Library of Congress introduces a new research guide, "Stephen Sondheim: A Guide to Resources," offering comprehensive access to extensive Sondheim materials, including digital interviews and previously unseen works, enhancing scholarly exploration of the legendary composer's legacy.
MediaDigital and Print PublishingComputers and InternetEducation Stephen SondheimLibrary of CongressMusic DivisionResearch GuidePerforming ArtsArchivesDigital ResourcesU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Blog Explores Music Authenticity Through Anime 'Carole & Tuesday'
A Library of Congress guest blog connects the anime "Carole & Tuesday" to American popular music, exploring how institutions preserve and define musical authenticity, and highlighting cross-cultural exchange during AAPI Heritage Month.
EntertainmentMediaWorldMusicFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingEducationSocial IssuesAsia Carole & TuesdayLibrary of CongressAuthenticityShinichirō WatanabeJoni MitchellAAPI Heritage MonthU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Unveils Digital Experience in Muskogee, Oklahoma
The Library of Congress and Eastern Oklahoma Library System launched “Memories in the Current” in Muskogee on May 16. This immersive digital experience blends local memories with historical accounts, part of the LOCal initiative.
MediaScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEducationComputers and InternetFederal GovernmentDigital and Print Publishing Library of CongressEastern Oklahoma Library SystemMuskogeeMemories in the CurrentDigital ExperienceLOCal initiativePublic LibrariesU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Unveils Major Digital Collection Expansions
The Library of Congress expands its digital collections with rare sheet music, historical newspapers, and community cultural records. New additions include African American ballet histories, Comanche crafts, and Revolutionary War-era documents.
Politics and GovernmentMediaEducationWorldFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues Library of CongressDigital CollectionsAmerican HistorySheet MusicCultural HeritageNewspapersCommunity GrantsU.S. Library of Congress
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Congress.gov Reveals Most-Viewed Bills for Late May 2026
The U.S. Library of Congress's Congress.gov platform highlighted the most-viewed bills for the week of May 24, 2026, including legislation on obesity, digital assets, and education, reflecting public interest in diverse policy areas.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldFederal GovernmentEconomyEducationSocial IssuesReal EstateEurope Congress.govLibrary of CongressLegislationObesityDigital AssetsBorder SecurityVeteransU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Uncovers First Piece Performed in Coolidge Auditorium
After a century, researchers have identified J.S. Bach’s BWV 715 as the inaugural work in the Coolidge Auditorium, revealing the thoughtful programming that blended tradition and innovation for the Library of Congress concert series.
EntertainmentMediaMusicDigital and Print PublishingFederal Government J.S. BachCoolidge AuditoriumLibrary of CongressMusic HistoryConcert SeriesCarl EngelLynnwood FarnamU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress to Host June Celebration of American Fashion and Jazz
The Library of Congress will celebrate 250 years of American fashion and the legacy of jazz throughout June, featuring trivia, a costume ball, sneaker culture discussions, and a performance by Stanley Clarke.
EntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentMusicEducationGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues Library of CongressAmerican FashionJazzCostume BallSneaker CultureStanley ClarkeKaren ChiltonU.S. Library of Congress
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Rosanne Cash's "The Wheel" Joins National Recording Registry, Creating Historic Father-Daughter Duo
Rosanne Cash's 1993 album "The Wheel" is inducted into the National Recording Registry, making her and father Johnny Cash the first father-daughter duo honored. The Library of Congress preserves her deeply personal work.
EntertainmentMediaMusicEducation Rosanne CashNational Recording RegistryThe WheelJohnny CashLibrary of CongressPreservationU.S. Library of Congress
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Bill S.4530 Proposes Capitol Police Retirement Age Increase
A new bill, S.4530, presented to the President, seeks to amend federal code to authorize an increase in the retirement age for Capitol Police members. This legislative update comes from the U.S. Library of Congress.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementCongressFederal GovernmentLegalEmployment and LaborSocial Issues S.4530Capitol PoliceRetirement AgeLegislationU.S. CongressLibrary of CongressPublic PolicyU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress to Preserve Digital Collections in America250 Time Capsule Using Synthetic DNA
The Library of Congress will contribute synthetic DNA encoded with digitized collections to the America250 Time Capsule in Philadelphia this July, utilizing cutting-edge molecular data storage for 250 years of preservation.
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetNanotechnologyFederal GovernmentEducation Library of CongressAmerica250 Time CapsuleSynthetic DNAMolecular Data StorageDigital PreservationPhiladelphiaHistorical CollectionsU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Magazine Celebrates America's 250th with Historic Treasures
The Library of Congress Magazine's May/June issue celebrates America's 250th, showcasing national treasures like Lincoln's Gettysburg Address and Jefferson's Declaration draft, alongside a new exhibition on the Declaration's historical impact.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingEducationSocial Issues Library of CongressLibrary of Congress MagazineAmerican HistoryDeclaration of IndependenceGettysburg AddressThe Star-Spangled BannerExhibitionU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Launches Volunteer Project for U.S. 250th Anniversary
The Library of Congress is hosting a webinar on June 4 to launch "The American Revolution in Context." This volunteer transcription project invites the public to help digitize 18th-century documents, enhancing access to history for the U.S. 250th birthday.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEducationDigital and Print Publishing Library of CongressAmerican RevolutionVolunteerTranscriptionWebinarHistoryDigital CollectionsU.S. Library of Congress