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Two women sit in white chairs in front of a sign for the National Book Festival. One woman has shoulder-length blonde hair and wears a black dress. The other is wearing brown pants and a brown top under a white sweater. Both women are smiling.

A Teen “Take” on the National Book Festival: Uncovering Codebreakers

Posted by: Alli Hartley-Kong

Two football teams line up at the end of a football field to start a play. There is a packed stadium behind them.

Not a Passing Fad: Football at the Library of Congress

Posted by: Katie McCarthy

The Real History of Thanksgiving

Posted by: Alli Hartley-Kong

A woman wearing a blue suit pours over a brightly-colored map.

Explore Meg Medina’s Favorite Things to Do at the Library of Congress

Posted by: Alli Hartley-Kong

Take a Historical Look at Families on the Home Front this Veterans Day

Posted by: Rachel Gordon

Marble steps lead up to a large marble building with tall white columns. The walls behind the columns are illuminated with white lights. There is an opening in the monument where a large statue of a man seated is located. On either side of the monumental building are trees.

Remembering Lincoln with the Library of Congress

Posted by: Jennifer Ezell

A high school marching band walks in lines past a wood-clad saloon. The band members wear blue and white uniforms with white hats and feather plumes. In the center of the photo is a bass drum player, followed by trumpet players. Sitting along the sidewalk are town members watching a the band pass.

Coming Home with the Library

Posted by: Jennifer Ezell

A family gathers around an activity table on the Mezzanine of the Library of Congress.

Join us for Family Days at the Library: Celebrate Halloween on October 19th!

Posted by: Katie McCarthy

Six teenagers stand in a line smiling at the camera. Behind them are white marble pillars. They are dressed in business attire.

Teens Collect Memories at the Library of Congress

Posted by: Jennifer Ezell