Library of Congress
Today in History - March 10

Today in History - March 10

Hallie Quinn Brown was an African American born free on March 10, 1845, according to some sources.  Continue reading.

On March 10, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell conducted a successful experiment with the telephone.  Continue reading.

Click here to search Today in History for other historic moments.

 

You are subscribed to Today in History from the Library of Congress.

Poetry 180: Poem 116 - "Cat Scat"

Poem 116 - "Cat Scat"

A poem by Eamon Grennan from the Library's Poetry 180 Project.

 

You are subscribed to Poetry 180 from the Library of Congress.

The Magic of Alphonse Mucha

03/10/2026 09:35 AM EDT

More than a dozen striking images by Alphonse Mucha, the Czech artist widely credited as an originator of the art nouveau style, are preserved at the Library. He got his big break when he happened to be in his Paris office when Sarah Bernhardt, the famous actress, needed help with an advertising poster for one of her plays. A star was born (offscreen, in this case).

You are subscribed to Timeless: Stories from the Library of Congress Blog.

Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the First Telephone Call

03/10/2026 10:00 AM EDT

On the anniversary of the first telephone call, learn about Alexander Graham Bell's life and inventions.

You are subscribed to Minerva's Kaleidoscope Blog from the Library of Congress.

Resources for Women’s History Month: Zoom in on Two Primary Source Sets

03/10/2026 11:00 AM EDT

A closer look at two primary source sets from Teaching with the Library: Women's Suffrage and Women in Science and Technology. The post includes highlights from the sets and suggestions for using the items with students.

You are subscribed to Teaching with the Library Blog from the Library of Congress.

Thailand: New Law Targets Sexual Harassment

03/10/2026 12:54 PM EDT

On December 29, 2025, Thailand’s Royal Gazette published an amendment to the Penal Code introducing new criminal provisions specifically addressing sexual harassment. They expand the scope of punishable conduct, establish new penalties, and authorize courts to order the removal of unlawful content made accessible to the public. The amendment took effect on December 30, 2025. …

 

You are subscribed to Global Legal Monitor from the Library of Congress.

Stories Everywhere: An Interview with David Neil

03/10/2026 02:12 PM EDT

In this interview, David Neil discusses his experience working as a User Experience Designer in Design and Development at the Library of Congress. He shares behind-the-scenes insights about some favorite Library products, advice for practitioners, reflections on the past and future of technology, and his own near-term plans as he retires.  

You are subscribed to The Signal Blog from the Library of Congress.