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Posted by: Clay Smith
On Tuesday two of the Library of Congress' former Literary Ambassadors, Juan Felipe Herrera and Jason Reynolds, were named Fellows by the MacArthur Foundation.
Posted in: Announcements & Operations, National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, U.S. Poet Laureate
Posted by: Clay Smith
The Library of Congress’ next big themed night, Comedy Night, is a great way to relieve some stress! Learn what’s going on that night and how to participate.
Posted in: Announcements & Operations, Live! at the Library
Posted by: Robert Casper
This year’s National Book Festival on August 24 still has a lot of us glowing, and we have even more of a reason to glow brighter: sessions are now available on demand!
Posted in: Announcements & Operations, Books, National Book Festival
Posted by: Clay Smith
The Literary Director at the Library of Congress details two exciting international lit events coming up in September.
Posted in: Announcements & Operations, Hispanic Heritage Month, Live! at the Library
Posted by: Sasha Dowdy
Whether you attended last weekend's Festival in person or remotely, we want to know what you think. Plus, learn how we incorporated audience feedback from last year to include more programs and activities our audiences are looking for.
Posted in: Announcements & Operations, Books, Children and Teens, National Book Festival
Posted by: Clay Smith
Library of Congress Literary Director Clay Smith gives tips on how to get the most out of attending the 2024 National Book Festival.
Posted in: Announcements & Operations, Books, Children and Teens, National Book Festival
Posted by: Robert Casper
If you love books and baseball, come check out LOC Night at Nationals Park on August 20th!
Posted in: Announcements & Operations, National Book Festival
Posted by: Robert Casper
Learn more about family-friendly programming at the Festival, including a new STEM District and the return of Story District, on the Expo Floor.
Posted in: Announcements & Operations, Children and Teens, National Book Festival
Posted by: Sasha Dowdy
Interested in contributing to the book joy and excitement at the National Book Festival this year? Sign up to volunteer with us! You have until August 9th to submit your application.
Posted in: Announcements & Operations, National Book Festival