The Library of Congress welcomes visitors to join short, 5-minute walkthroughs around the center desk of the grand Main Reading Room. Usually reserved for credentialed researchers, this …

From Area Airports Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) – 4.4 miles, closest to the Library Shuttle service or taxi Subway (Metro) – blue and yellow lines

For groups, your visit will be self-guided, but we have created a digital pathway to help you navigate Library spaces. Volunteers are stationed throughout the building to provide …

First floor James Madison Building - Library of Congress Visit the Reading Room 101 Independence Ave, SE James Madison Building, LM 133 Washington, DC 20540-4760

The Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution, and it serves as the research arm of Congress. It is also the largest library in the world, with more than 162 million …

The Library of Congress welcomes visitors to join short, 5-minute walkthroughs around the center desk of the grand Main Reading Room. Usually reserved for credentialed researchers, this …

The Library of Congress was established by an act of Congress in 1800 when President John Adams signed a bill providing for the transfer of the seat of government from Philadelphia to …

Visit the Reading Room 101 Independence Ave, SE James Madison Building, LM 336 Washington, DC 20540-4810 Metro: Capitol South Station (Blue, Orange, and Silver lines) …

The Library of Congress is located on Capitol Hill in southeast Washington, D.C. It comprises three buildings that are adjacent to each other: Thomas Jefferson Building, located across the …

Compiled by reference specialists at the Library of Congress, this guide identifies key print and online resources for pursuing family history, as well as state, county and municipal historical …