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Image of the edge of a holiday pine tree which has four ornaments, each with a Library of Congress theme, including an image of the Library's Minerva mosaic

Holiday Shopping at the Library

Wonderful holiday gifts that celebrate books, history & the joy of libraries.

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Concerts from the Library

Chamber music, jazz concerts and more in a diverse lineup of free music events.

A colorful collage of dancers, illustrating the "Live at the Library" program

Thursday Night Fun & Programs

"Live at the Library" features evening engagement in a gorgeous setting.

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Track bills on the official site for U.S. federal legislative information.

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Free to Use and Reuse: Colors Tell the Story

The colorful pictures in this set can add delight to any day or help us visualize historical data. Ranging from the 1500s to the present day, these images make their mark through a single tint or a rainbow palette. Unless otherwise noted, the images are from the Prints & Photographs Division.

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