‘Library of Congress Experience’ Debuts April 12

The Library of Congress has announced the debut on April 12 of an immersive, new “Library of Congress Experience,” offering visitors unique historical and cultural treasures brought to life through cutting-edge interactive technology and a companion website.

The Experience comprises a series of new ongoing exhibitions, dozens of interactive kiosks, an inspiring multimedia “overture” on the collections and programs of the Library. All exhibits are free and open to the public.

There will also be a continuing online educational experience at the upcoming website myLOC.gov/. The site features interactive versions of the same exhibition content from the physical experience, educational resources, information for visitors, and a page where users can create their own virtual collection of Library objects.

The site also enables the public to participate directly in the Experience by way of “Inspiration Across the Nation.” Because the Experience celebrates and showcases the creativity and contributions of our nation’s early cultures, great minds, and other founding influences, people nationwide will have the opportunity to submit to the Library their own creative works in the form of stories, poems, video, audio, photos–anything that can be transmitted in an electronic file. Select entries will be chosen to be part of the Library’s permanent collections, joining the likes of Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and other cultural and historic legends.

Interactive educational content will be the hallmark of the Library’s new Experience. Teachers will have access to a range of educational resources that will transform a visit to the Library into a meaningful experience for learners of all ages. Onsite and online multimedia activities will engage young people to think critically, inspiring lifelong learning and future exploration of the Library’s collections.

A day of public celebration on Saturday, April 12, at the Thomas Jefferson Building (10 First St. SE, Washington, D.C., 20540) marks the opening of the Library of Congress Experience.

Detailed information on the Experience can be found at a new microsite, www.loc.gov/experience/.

Source: The Library of Congress, www.loc.gov