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Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress

101 Independence Ave, SE, Washington, D.C., United States 20540

Featured Review : We went to the Library of Congress on Saturday morning. There were quite a few people there, but it wasn't crowded by any means. You need to go through a metal detector and have your bag searched to enter the library. On...See Full Review

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Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress

  • 4 out of 5 stars by grannola from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
  • October 21, 2006
Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress
Quote: We went to the Library of Congress on Saturday morning. There were quite a few people there, but it wasn't crowded by any means. You need to go through a metal detector and have your bag searched to enter the library. Once inside we immediately... Read the full Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress review

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The Library of Congress

  • 3 out of 5 stars by lgarcia45 from McAllen, Texas
  • July 1, 2005
Quote: The Library of Congress was a revelation for me. It is easily the most ornate federal building I have ever seen. Tours are conducted through lobby/display areas of the library, which is a true library, although most of its collections are located... Read the full Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress review

From journal An Eight-Day Vacation in Washington, D.C.

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Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Idler from Poolesville, Maryland
  • July 29, 2002
Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress
Quote: "I cannot live without books." Thomas Jefferson The Library of Congress is a juggernaut. Over 31,000 items arrive at the Library each day; some 7,000 are incorporated into the permanent collection. The world's largest library contains more than... Read the full Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress review

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"Light gone out" - TR at the Library of Congress

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Idler from Poolesville, Maryland
  • June 14, 2002
"Light gone out" - TR at the Library of Congress
Quote: On February 14, 1884, Theodore Roosevelt rushed home to New York, having received news that his wife and mother were ill. When Roosevelt arrived, his mother had succumbed to typhoid, and his young wife was dying. The two women died within hours of... Read the full Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress review

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The Library of Congress

  • 2 out of 5 stars by BeAdventureous! from Little Rock,, Arkansas
  • July 23, 2001
Quote: A magnificent building, housing the Declaration of Independence penned by Thomas Jefferson. It is a line tour, and there is no time to ponder much- you are expected to keep walking so all can view it. It is behind glass cases. The sculpture that... Read the full Jefferson's Legacy: The Library of Congress review

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