Today in History - April 24

Today, the Library of Congress celebrates its birthday. On April 24, 1800, President John Adams approved the appropriation of $5,000 for the purchase of “such books as may be necessary for the use of congress.” Continue reading.

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Poem 151 - "My Moral Life"

A poem by Mark Halliday from the Library's Poetry 180 Project.

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Barnett to Champion Children’s Picture Books with ‘Behold, The Picture Book! Let’s Celebrate Stories We Can Feel, Hear, and See’ Initiative

The Library of Congress, in partnership with Every Child a Reader, announces the launch of National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Mac Barnett’s national tour with a visit to Coronado, California, this spring. He will travel to Elkhart, Indiana; Greensboro, North Carolina; Hanover, Pennsylvania; and Manvel, Texas this fall.

During his tour, Barnett will share his passion for picture books and invite children and adults alike to join him in celebrating what’s vibrant, joyful and inspiring about this quintessential – and highly participatory – American art form. As the ninth national ambassador, Barnett aims to shift the perception that picture books are merely a steppingstone to adult literature. He believes that reading picture books is a collaborative experience that creates space for children and adults to come together around shared storytelling.

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Cast Members to Perform Selections from Award-Winning Production

The Library of Congress will welcome members of the creative team and Broadway cast members from the award-winning production of "Dead Outlaw" to the Coolidge Auditorium May 12 for an exclusive performance of selections from the show. Artifacts representing the development of the musical will be donated to the Library’s collection.

Special guests at this event include David Yazbek, Erik Della Penna, Itamar Moses, Andrew Durand and Julia Knitel. Thomas Floyd of The Washington Post will moderate the conversation following the performance. This event will begin at 2 p.m. in the Coolidge Auditorium. Register for tickets.

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