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.
Manuscript Division collections may be consulted by anyone engaged in serious research who presents a valid Library of Congress library card, completes the Manuscript Division's registration process, and agrees to adhere to the division's rules and regulations. Minors under the age of 16 are not admitted to the Manuscript Reading Room, but are encouraged to contact us via Ask a Librarian.
