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Visit the Library of Congress
The Library of Congress—the largest library in the world and the oldest U.S. federal cultural institution—offers the new "Library of Congress Experience." The Experience is free and open to the public Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Featured Highlights on Display
Explore the highlights and treasures to be found in the Library’s magnificent Thomas Jefferson Building.
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Current Exhibitions
Experience exhibitions currently on display at the Library: Exploring the Early Americas, Creating the United States, Thomas Jefferson's Library, Library of Congress Bible Collection, Bob Hope and American Variety, and more!
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Library of Congress Discovery Guide for Kids and Families
Use this guide to explore the Thomas Jefferson Building and its architecture, learn about the Library’s history, and discover fascinating exhibitions.
Family Guide to LOC Exhibitions (PDF, 1MB)
Featured Highlights on Display (PDF, 2MB)
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Events at the Library
Book talks, poetry readings, screenings of classic films, presentations by authors, scholarly symposia, and live concerts in all genres, from classical to folk to jazz and rock—all free and open to you when you visit the Library in Washington.
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Schedule a Group Tour
Groups of 12 to 60 participants from organizations and schools (fifth-grade level and above) may make reservations for a guided tour by contacting grouptours@loc.gov or (202) 707-0919.
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