In the event of a temporary shutdown of the federal government effective 12:01 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, all Library of Congress buildings will be CLOSED to the public and researchers. All public events will be cancelled until the shutdown is concluded and federal funding resumed. More information.
Anyone who wants to help the Library make its collections more discoverable online can become a digital volunteer for the Library of Congress crowdsourced transcription program, By the People. Anyone who is interested in history, cultural heritage, literature, languages, art, sciences, and much more. Anyone who wants to be a virtual volunteer, contributing at their own pace and at times that are convenient for them. Students and learners of all ages who want to help the Library and learn new skills.
Visit the By the People website to transcribe Library of Congress digital collections. Volunteer transcriptions help make Library collections more discoverable and accessible for all.
