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Posted by: Stephanie Stillo
A conversation with Patrick Hastings: writer, educator, bibliophile, and the new Education Outreach Specialist in the Rare Book and Special Collections Division.
Posted in: Education Outreach, News and Events
Posted by: Marianna Stell
Humans have always been fascinated by eclipses and other astronomical phenomenon. In anticipation of the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse that will cross the United States, the Rare Book and Special Collections Division presents one small treasure from the collections: a miniature book of 19th-century eclipse photography!
Posted in: 19th Century, American History, Astronomy, History of Science, News and Events
Posted by: Michael North
The Library's rare book collections have become more accessible thanks to a project to enter information long hidden in card files and databases into the online catalog.
Posted in: 19th Century, 20th Century, Library History, News and Events
Posted by: Stephanie Stillo
2023 was a memorable year for the Rare Book and Special Collections Division. As a way of reflecting on this past year and looking forward to the next, we have highlighted Library resources that are now, or will soon become, available to the public. Happy 2024!
Posted in: News and Events, Seasonal
Posted by: Stephanie Stillo
Welcome to the Bibliomania, the blog of the Rare Book and Special Collections Division at the Library of Congress. Learn about the Library's rare books and special collections, discover ways of connecting with the collections, and find links to reference resources, videos, digital content, collection guides and more.
Posted in: News and Events