Great Hall

Reveals insight into the art and architecture of the 1897 Thomas Jefferson Building's elaborate and beautiful interior, embellished by American artists.

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Library Of Congress Bible Collection

Examines the significance of the Giant Bible of Mainz and the Gutenberg Bible, as well as sixteen selected Bibles from the Library's collections

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Main Reading Room

Describes the heart of the Library of Congress—the place that begins the journey of discovery for many researchers.

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Exploring The Early Americas

Examines indigenous cultures, the drama of the encounters between Native Americans and Europeans, and the resulting changes caused by the meeting of the two worlds. This exhibition features selections from the Jay I. Kislak Collection.

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Waldseemüller 1507 Map

Features an astounding map created by German cartographer Martin Waldseemüller, known as "America's Birth Certificate." This astounding map marks the first time that the name "America" appears.

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Minerva

Stands watch over the Library of Congress as its patroness—an appropriate role for the Roman Goddess of Wisdom, Learning, and the Arts, as well as War.

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Herblock Gallery

Celebrates the work of editorial cartoonist Herbert L. Block—better known as "Herblock"—with an ongoing display of ten original thematic drawings, drawn from the Library's extensive Herbert L. Block Collection.

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Thomas Jefferson's Library

Reveals how books were vital to Thomas Jefferson's education and how they provided him with a broad knowledge of contemporary and ancient worlds.

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Hope for America

Explores the interplay of politics and entertainment, focusing on the careers of Bob Hope and other entertainers who were involved in the political climate of their times.

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