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The Teaching with Primary Sources 2026 Fall Internship is now open! This PAID opportunity is available as both an onsite or remote internship and is a wonderful chance for a current undergraduate, graduate, or recent graduate student to gain valuable, collaborative work experience by exploring educational resources, applying learning strategies, and connecting through partnerships. Learn about eligibility requirements and see the full details by clicking below. The deadline to apply is May 11, 2026. #LibraryOfCongress #History #Library #Museum #Education https://lnkd.in/e9afve3D

On September 8, 2025, International Literacy Day, the Library of Congress announced the 2025 Literacy Awards Winners and Honorees. Twenty-four non-profit organizations across the globe were recognized for their innovative work in promoting literacy. To celebrate and showcase their work, we are happy to announce the Literacy Awards webinar series. Between April 2026 and July 2026, educators, librarians, literacy professionals, researchers, and members of the general public are invited to attend six webinars showcasing different aspects of the 2025 Literacy Awards Winners and Honorees. Find out more via the link below. #LibraryOfCongress #Literacy https://lnkd.in/e-PpVJVA

The Library of Congress is looking for its next Innovator in Residence. Through April 10, 2026, the Library invites technologists, artists, and other creative visionaries to propose imaginative proof of concepts designed to help the public connect with digital Library materials. The 2026-2027 Library of Congress Innovator in Residence will work with the Library’s Digital Innovation Division, known as LC Labs, to bring their proposal to life and help the Library explore new ways to connect its collections and services with all Americans. Learn more by clicking below. #LibraryOfCongress #Innovator https://lnkd.in/e24QdK8x

Calling all literary and STEM nonprofit organizations! Applications are now open for the STEM & Story Districts at the 2026 National Book Festival, taking place August 22 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. Selected organizations will get to engage thousands of families through hands-on activities and live demonstrations while showcasing their mission. The National Book Festival is the Library of Congress’ premier public event, drawing more than 40,000 attendees annually to celebrate books, ideas and learning for all ages. Click below to apply! https://lnkd.in/eaKFY7Jn

Educators and school librarians of all grade levels and subject areas are encouraged to apply by January 23 for free Teaching with Primary Sources workshops to be offered here at the Library of Congress in July! https://lnkd.in/esgs5NM8 #LibraryOfCongress #Teach

#LiteracyAwards Applications are now open! Non-profits, schools, libraries, and government and tribal organizations are encouraged to apply. Learn more about the awards here: https://lnkd.in/gnw-vWjq #LibraryOfCongress

On this #InternationalLiteracyDay, the Library of Congress recognizes 24 organizations across the world that work to promote successful literacy practices. Congratulations to the Top Prize winners, Literacy Partners, Literacy Mid-South, Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities’ Prime Time Family Reading Program, and Building Tomorrow for facilitating multi-generational learning, engaging local communities, and building reading skills. 20 additional organizations have been selected for the Successful Practices and Emerging Strategies honoree recognition. Read about the 2025 winners and honorees here: https://lnkd.in/g4VejWrZ

This September 6th, the Library of Congress will celebrate 25 years of the National Book Festival, a yearly celebration of authors and literary works of all kinds. As the festival approaches, look back at highlights from the 2005 book festival featuring appearances by George R.R. Martin and Meg Cabot. Stay tuned for more highlights from past festivals in the coming weeks and mark your calendars for this year's festival on September 6th. https://lnkd.in/eKUZ9D6z #library #libraryofcongress #NBF #NationalBookFestival #2005 #throwback

National Poetry Month in April is a celebration of poetry and the perfect time for people to learn more about it as a form of expression. The Library of Congress has valuable resources to promote exploring poetry with families. As April comes to an end, dive into poems written by two Poet Laureate Consultants in Poetry, Elizabeth Bishop and Ada Limón. Click below to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eywNsfGP #LibraryOfCongress #Poetry #NationalPoetryMonth #April

Did you hear that on April 9, the Library of Congress inducted 25 sound recordings into the National Recording Registry? Recordings are nominated because they are deemed to be culturally significant. The selection showcases the range of American recorded sound heritage and include “Minecraft: Volume Alpha,” (Album); “Hamilton,” (Album) by Lin Manuel-Miranda; and “Back to Black,” (Song) by Amy Whitehouse. https://lnkd.in/ecFTb7QR