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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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Child-Friendly Exhibitions
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)
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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
For groups of 12 to 60 participants from organizations and schools (5th grade level and above).
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, subject to availability.
Reservations: Contact the Visitor Services Office, visitorservices@loc.gov, or (202) 707–0919.
• Advance reservations required.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of a tour in order to clear entrance security.
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