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A fanciful visual patchwork of book-related icons, with the words "National Book Festival" superimposed

National Book Festival Aug. 12

New date, new format, new authors and activities for 2023. Schedule now online!

Dozens of people seated in an outdoor setting looking at a screen at twilight, with federal government buildings in the background

Summer Movies on the Lawn

Fun classics in an open-air setting Thursday nights in July and August.

Image of a talking book machine in use, with a hand touching the controls

Services for the Blind and Print Disabled

Eligible patrons receive free Braille & talking books from our NLS.

The Harlem Quartet, four smiling musicians (three men and one women) hold their stringed instruments and stand in front of a wood panel wall

Concerts from the Library

Our spring series includes commissions by Marcos Balter & Danny Elfman.

A colorful collage of dancers, illustrating the "Live at the Library" program

Thursday Night Fun & Programs

"Live at the Library" features evening engagement in a gorgeous setting.

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Free to Use and Reuse: Statue of Liberty

This set features "Liberty Enlightening the World," more often called the Statue of Liberty. From the early fundraising and construction years to the dedication in 1886 and the present day, this symbol of freedom has captured the public imagination. Unless otherwise noted, the images are from the Prints & Photographs Division.

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