# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Explore the Library of Congress Digital Collections
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The Library of Congress houses millions of materials, including some of the most historical and culturally significant pieces of media in America’s history. While Washington D.C. is a bit far to travel, that doesn’t mean you can’t access some of the amazing pieces of this collection. The digital archives include over 900 million unique files, from maps to music and more.

A few parts of the collection that we’ll be highlighting include: website archives, sheet music collections, historical maps, personal letters from historical figures, and Chronicling America, an initiative that has digitized hundreds of newspapers from around the United States and territories. 

This event is part of the America 250 initiative; celebrating our nation throughout the year. This program is intended for adults. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact the Pen at penn@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/explore-the-library-of-congress-digital-collections/200029935722036
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Dekalb
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States, Illinois 60115
- **lat**: 41.93206
- **long**: -88.74973
- **full address**: 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States, Illinois 60115

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Explore the Library of Congress Digital Collections being held?
  - **A:** Explore the Library of Congress Digital Collections takes place on Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States, Illinois 60115.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Explore the Library of Congress Digital Collections?
  - **A:** Explore the Library of Congress Digital Collections is organized by DeKalb Public Library.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at DeKalb Public Library's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given DeKalb Public Library a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. DeKalb Public Library has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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