Live at the Library to Feature Special Preview of New Exhibit, Bobbitt Prize Honorees in DecemberVisitors will have the chance to preview the Library’s newest exhibition, “Join In: Voluntary Associations in America” and are invited to celebrate the holidays with the Library during Live at the Library in December. Winners of the Bobbitt National Prize for Poetry, former U.S. Poet Laureate Rita Dove and Heid E. Erdrich, will also be honored during a special reading.Click here for more information.?

Library of Congress Opens Award Nominations for Outstanding Federal Libraries, Librarians and Library TechniciansTo honor the innovations and successes of federal libraries, librarians and library technicians in meeting the information demands of government, businesses, scholarly communities and the public, the Federal Library and Information Network (FEDLINK) in the Library of Congress has opened nominations for its national awards for federal librarianship in fiscal year 2022.Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library of Congress Awards Bobbitt Poetry Prizes to Rita Dove and Heid E. ErdrichThe Library of Congress will award the 2022 Rebekah Johnson Bobbitt National Prize for Poetry to former U.S. Poet Laureate Rita Dove for lifetime achievement and to Heid E. Erdrich for her poetry collection “Little Big Bully.”Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

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Join In: New Library of Congress Exhibition Features History of Voluntary Associations in AmericaThe newest exhibition at the Library of Congress, “Join In: Voluntary Associations in America,” explores America’s history as a “nation of joiners” and our long tradition of volunteering for a wide range of groups and causes. The exhibition opens to the public Dec. 16 and will be on view through Dec. 31, 2023. Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library to Celebrate Jason Reynolds’ Three Years as National Ambassador for Young People’s LiteratureThe Library of Congress and Every Child a Reader will celebrate the end of Jason Reynolds’ unprecedented three-year term as National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature with local students in the Washington, D.C., area on Dec. 13.Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

25 Eclectic Films Chosen for National Film RegistryLibrarian of Congress Carla Hayden announced today the annual selection of 25 influential motion pictures to be inducted into the National Film Registry of the Library of Congress. Selected for their cultural, historic or aesthetic importance to preserve the nation’s film heritage, the newest selections include a vibrant diversity of American filmmakers, as well as landmark works in key genres and numerous documentaries.Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library Announces 2022 Music Commissions from Koussevitzky FoundationThe Serge Koussevitzky Music Foundation in the Library of Congress has awarded commissions for new musical works to seven composers. The commissions are granted jointly by the foundation and the performing organizations that will present the world premiere of each work.? Winning composers for 2022 and the groups co-sponsoring their commissions are Marcos Balter and the New York New Music Ensemble; Oscar Bettison and loadbang, a New York City-based chamber ensemble; Eric Chasalow and Sound Icon; Amy Beth Kirsten and Sandbox Percussion; Nico Muhly and Nois; Jeffrey Mumford and the String Orchestra of New York City (SONYC); and Tyshawn Sorey and Yarn/Wire.Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

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Live at the Library to Feature Rare Book Collection, New Exhibition in JanuaryVisitors will have the chance to dive deep into the Library of Congress’ newest exhibition “Join In: Voluntary Associations in America” during Live at the Library in January. Plus, a special display and roundtable will take visitors behind the scenes of a rare modernist book and art collection. Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library of Congress, National Park Service Announce 2022 Holland Prize WinnerThe Library of Congress and the National Park Service announced today that the 2022 Leicester B. Holland Prize will be presented to Lukas Burgher for a drawing of the historic Grace Methodist Episcopal Church in Lincoln, Virginia.Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library Awards Second Round of More than $500,000 to Support Contemporary Cultural Field Research within Diverse CommunitiesThe Library of Congress’ American Folklife Center is pleased to announce the second recipient cohort of the Community Collections Grant program. Launched by the Library’s Of the People: Widening the Path initiative, this series of grants is awarded to individuals and organizations working to document cultures and traditions of Black, Indigenous and communities of color historically underrepresented in the United States and in the Library’s collections. Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Joni Mitchell to Receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular SongLibrarian of Congress Carla Hayden today announced that Joni Mitchell, an icon among music makers, will be the next recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. Mitchell will be honored with a tribute concert March 1 in Washington, D.C., that will premiere on PBS stations nationwide on March 31 at 9 p.m. ET (check local listings). Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library of Congress Opens Applications for the 2023 Literacy AwardsApplications are being accepted for the 2023 Library of Congress Literacy Awards from Jan. 11 to March 1. The awards are made possible through the generosity of philanthropist David M. Rubenstein.Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

News from the Library of CongressNational Film Registry, Join In,? Music Commissions from Koussevitzky Foundation and more. 25 Eclectic Films Chosen for National Film RegistryLibrarian of Congress Carla Hayden announced today the annual selection of 25 influential motion pictures to be inducted into the National Film Registry of the Library of Congress. Selected for their cultural, historic or aesthetic importance to preserve the nation's film heritage, the newest selections include a vibrant diversity of American filmmakers, as well as landmark works in key genres and numerous documentaries.Learn more.Library to Celebrate Jason Reynolds' Three Years as National Ambassador for Young People's LiteratureThe Library of Congress and Every Child a Reader will celebrate the end of Jason Reynolds' unprecedented three-year term as National Ambassador for Young People's Literature with local students in the Washington, D.C., area on Dec. 13.Learn more.Join In: New Library of Congress Exhibition Features History of Voluntary Associations in AmericaThe newest exhibition at the Library, “Join In: Voluntary Associations in America,” explores America's history as a “nation of joiners” and our long tradition of volunteering for a wide range of groups and causes. The exhibition opens to the public Dec. 16 and will be on view through Dec. 31, 2023.Learn more.Library Announces 2022 Music Commissions from Koussevitzky FoundationThe Serge Koussevitzky Music Foundation in the Library of Congress has awarded commissions for new musical works to seven composers. The commissions are granted jointly by the foundation and the performing organizations that will present the world premiere of each work.Learn more.Library Announces New General CounselLibrarian of Congress Carla Hayden announced today that Margaret Williams will become General Counsel of the Library of Congress effective New Year's Day.? Williams has been at the Library for 35 years, serving most recently as Deputy General Counsel. She succeeds Elizabeth Pugh who will retire on December 31, after a distinguished 44-year career with the federal government including 22 years at the Library.Learn more.

Meg Medina Named New National Ambassador for Young People’s LiteratureThe Library of Congress and Every Child a Reader today announced the appointment of Meg Medina as the eighth National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature for 2023-2024. Medina, a Cuban-American, is the first Latina to serve as National Ambassador in the program’s history. She succeeds Jason Reynolds, who served as the National Ambassador from 2020 through 2022.Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library Announces Spring 2023 Concert SeriesThe Library of Congress will present a series of concerts and more this spring, with chamber music, jazz, dance and film events. Conversations with artists and composers, curated displays, and educational projects will enhance the season’s offerings and provide opportunities for encounters with the Library’s unparalleled music collections. Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Live at the Library to Celebrate Black History Month, Presidents Day in FebruaryDive deep into the Library’s collections in celebration of Black History Month with displays and a performance from the Library’s American Folklife Center during Live at the Library in February. Plus, step back in time with an intimate look at the presidency of Calvin Coolidge in honor of Presidents Day.Click here for more information.?

Library to Host Winter 2023 Copyright Public Modernization Committee MeetingThe Library of Congress will host a virtual meeting of the Copyright Public Modernization Committee on Thursday, March 2 at 1 p.m. ET. In addition to updates from Library and Copyright Office staff on the development of the Enterprise Copyright System, attendees will see a live demonstration of the registration application currently in development, followed by a discussion with committee members and a Q&A. Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library Opens New Web Archive Collection, Features Programs for Black History MonthA new web archive collection from the Library of Congress documents the civil unrest sparked by the police murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The Protests Against Racism Web Archive contains a selection of websites documenting protests against racism and police brutality against Black people, as well as grass roots movements and activism calling for police reform. Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library Acquires Archives of Garth Fagan Dance CompanyThe Library of Congress has acquired the papers of choreographer Garth Fagan and Garth Fagan Dance, the company founded by Fagan in 1970. Garth Fagan Dance is distinguished by the artistic imagination and polyrhythmic movement of Jamaican-born Fagan, layered with the discipline and strength of ballet training. The company has performed in more than 660 cities in 24 countries on six continents.Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Artists to Celebrate Joni Mitchell Receiving Library of Congress Gershwin PrizeMusical artists will join the national library and American leaders to honor music legend Joni Mitchell in the nation’s capital on? Wednesday, March 1,? as she is awarded the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song during an all-star tribute concert.? PBS stations will broadcast the concert — “Joni Mitchell: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song” — at? 9 p.m. ET? on? Friday,? March 31? (check local listings) and on PBS.org and the PBS App as part of the co-produced Emmy Award-winning music series.? Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News and Upcoming Events from the Library of Congress.

Library of Congress Receives $2.5 million from Lilly Endowment Inc.The Library of Congress has received a $2.5 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc., through its Religion and Cultural Institutions Initiative. The grant will support the launch of Library programs to enhance public understanding of religious cultures in Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia over a five-year period.Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Live at the Library to Feature Gershwin Prize Honoree Joni MitchellGershwin Prize honoree Joni Mitchell will sit down with Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden for a special conversation during? Live at the Library? on March 2. The Library will continue to celebrate Women’s History Month with an event highlighting women’s contributions to the music industry. Plus, join for an inside look at two Library exhibitions, “Join In: Voluntary Associations in America” and “Not an Ostrich: And Other Images from America’s Library.”Click here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.

Library of Congress to Celebrate National Cherry Blossom FestivalThe Library of Congress will host its annual Japanese Culture Day in celebration of the 2023 National Cherry Blossom Festival, an annual commemoration of Japan’s 1912 gift to the U.S. of 3,020 cherry trees.Japanese Culture Day will take place at the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building on? Saturday, April 1, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring family activities, including Japanese harp performances, storytelling, and arts and crafts from Japan. The event is free and open to the public.? Time entry reservations are required at: https://loc.usedirect.com/LOCClick here for more information.? You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress.