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8 Fun and Educational Programs Using Primary Sources

“Programming with Library of Congress Digital Collections” is a new LibGuide designed to help libraries explore the thousands of primary sources available from the Library of Congress (LOC) online collection.

The guide focuses on eight LOC collections (Arts, Civics, Folklife, History, Literature, Maps, Military Experience and STEM) with collection highlights and suggested program ideas that are accessible and adaptable for various library types and audiences.

Using Libraries to Ignite Voter and Community Agency

Silhouetted photo of a hand placing a ballot into a ballot box.

A few months ago, I had the opportunity to share my vision for Cossitt Library at TEDx Memphis.

Ben Franklin Circle

Ben Franklin Circles are conversation clubs modeled on Benjamin Franklin’s “Junto.” Franklin gathered a small group of peers for weekly meetings where they explored how to improve themselves and the world around them.

Read more about Ben Franklin Circle

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