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The Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution, and it serves as the research arm of Congress. It is also the largest library in the world, with more than 162 million items. The collections include books, sound recordings, motion pictures, photographs, maps, and manuscripts.
Overview
Added
March 17, 2026
Subject & domain
social-studies · inquiry-research-methods
Grade range
Grade 9 (Freshman)–Grade 12 (Senior)
Page kind
Directory
Introduction
Library of Congress Highlights
- Featured Content:
- Blog: "The Classic American Diner" and a feature on the K-Pop band BTS’s "Arirang" album, which utilizes the American Folklife Center's collections.
- Magazine: "Into the Unknown: Tales of Exploration and Survival."
- Digital Resources:
- Free to Use and Reuse: The Carol M. Highsmith Archive is currently highlighted, featuring photography from the Prints & Photographs Division to celebrate the America 250 initiative.
- Library Services:
- The Library of Congress is promoted as the largest library in the world, accessible both in-person and online.
- Users can access event calendars (in-person and virtual) and explore various library exhibitions.
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