Find libraries and archives
Local public libraries not only lend books. They help children learn to read, and adults learn English or find a job. Federal libraries gather and preserve special collections.
Local public libraries
Public libraries have:
- Experts who can help you find the resources you need
- Research databases
- Computer stations
- Books, movies, and music to borrow in print and digital formats
- English classes
- Programs and events for all ages based on holidays, historical events, and more
Federal libraries and archives
Most federal libraries have a specific focus.
| Libraries | Library offerings |
|---|---|
| Library of Congress (LOC) |
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| Federal depository libraries | Federal information available for free public use in over 1,200 locations |
| Federal Library and Information Network | Find federal libraries around the world. |
| National Agricultural Library | One of the world's largest collections devoted to agriculture and related sciences |
| National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) |
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| National Library of Education (NLE) | Locate education information, federal education policy, and statistics |
| National Library of Medicine |
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| National Library Service (NLS) for the Blind and Print Disabled |
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| National Transportation Library | Provides access to transportation-related research, reports, data, and reference services |
| Presidential libraries | Archives and museums displaying documents and artifacts of a president and their administration |
LAST UPDATED: April 10, 2025
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