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1. www.loc.gov › visit › shoppingShopping - Library of Congress

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   The Library of Congress Shop develops and sells products based on the Library’s vast collections, exhibitions and architecture. You will find a broad assortment of books, stationery, wearables, facsimiles, prints, jewelry and souvenirs.

2. www.mentalfloss.com › how-big-library-congressHow Big Is the Library of Congress? - Mental Floss

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   Mar 20, 2024 · Today, the Library of Congress is physically housed in three buildings—the Thomas Jefferson Building, the John Adams Building, and the James Madison Memorial Building—next to the Capitol. Its...

3. library-of-congress-shop.myshopify.com › pagesAbout Us - Library of Congress Shop

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   The Library of Congress Store supports the Library’s mission through the development and sale of products based on the Library’s collections, exhibitions and magnificent architecture. The Store also supports book signings and events sponsored by the Library’s curatorial divisions.

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5. ask.loc.gov › faq › 396318Where are the Library's materials stored? - Ask a Librarian

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   Sep 10, 2024 · View answers to the most frequently asked questions at the Library of Congress. The bulk of the general collections are located in closed bookstacks in both the Jefferson and Adams Buildings.

6. www.loc.gov › about › frequently-asked-questionsFrequently Asked Questions | About the Library | Library of ...

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   Questions. What is the Library of Congress? Where are the books? Does the Library have a copy of every book published in the United States? How does the Library acquire its holdings? Who is in charge of the Library of Congress? How does Congress use the Library? When was the Library built?

7. www.loc.gov › about › general-informationGeneral Information | About the Library | Library of Congress

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   Today's Library of Congress is an unparalleled world resource. The collection includes millions cataloged books and other print materials in 470 languages; millions of manuscripts; the largest rare book collection in North America; and the world's largest collection of legal materials, films, maps, sheet music and sound recordings.

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   Why is the Library of Congress important?

   • Today's Library of Congress is an unparalleled world resource. The collection includes millions cataloged books and other print materials in 470 languages; millions of manuscripts; the largest rare book collection in North America; and the world's largest collection of legal materials, films, maps, sheet music and sound recordings.

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   How many books does the Library of Congress have?

   • The Library of Congress states that its collection fills about 838 mi (1,349 km) of bookshelves and holds more than 167 million items with over 39 million books and other print materials. [ 6 ]

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   How many librarians are there in Congress?

   • Since the Library's founding in 1800, there have been 14 Librarians of Congress, including the incumbent, Carla Hayden, who was sworn in on September 14, 2016. How does Congress use the Library? Thousands of requests are received annually by the Congressional Research Service (CRS), one part of the Library that directly serves Congress.

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   Who manages the Library of Congress?

   • The library's functions are overseen by the Librarian of Congress, and its buildings are maintained by the Architect of the Capitol. The LOC is one of the largest libraries in the world, [ 3 ][ 6 ] containing approximately 173 million items and employing over 3,000 staff.

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   Where is the Library of Congress located?

   • Founded in 1800, the Library of Congress is the oldest federal cultural institution in the U.S. [ 4 ] It is housed in three elaborate buildings on Capitol Hill, with a conservation center in Culpeper, Virginia and offsite storage facilities at Fort Meade and Cabin Branch in Maryland. [ 5 ]

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   What is the library's collection?

   • The collection includes millions cataloged books and other print materials in 470 languages; millions of manuscripts; the largest rare book collection in North America; and the world's largest collection of legal materials, films, maps, sheet music and sound recordings. Learn more about the Library's collections.

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9. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Library_of_CongressLibrary of Congress - Wikipedia

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   The library's functions are overseen by the Librarian of Congress, and its buildings are maintained by the Architect of the Capitol. The LOC is one of the largest libraries in the world, [3][6] containing approximately 173 million items and employing over 3,000 staff.