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Watch videos highlighting fascinating artifacts from our treasured collections as presented by Library of Congress curators.Read more »
Exploring the Early Americas
Examines the encounters between Native Americans and Europeans, featuring selections from the Jay I. Kislak Collection.Visit Exploring the Early Americas »
Creating the United States
Offers insights into the role that imagination and vision played in forging the nation's founding documents.Learn about Creating the United States »
Thomas Jefferson's Library
Reveals how books were vital to Thomas Jefferon's education and well-being.Explore Thomas Jefferson's Library »
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Go on a quest to discover the hidden meanings of rare treasures from the Library of Congress. Examine historic objects, conquer every challenge, and claim a special reward. View Quest(s) »
The Constitution: Drafting a More Perfect Union
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The Thomas Jefferson Building: Secret Messages
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