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Photo Credit: AI Unknown to many, Washington, DC, is home to numerous federal government libraries that are accessible to the public and serve various purposes from research to archiving government documents. The federal libraries are an extraordinarily rich resource, not only on government but on history, culture, science, law, and many other topics. In view of current skepticism about what is fact and what the government is up to, the openness of government records is an invaluable foundation for what is true. Below is a list of the most prominent federal government libraries. Many agencies maintain libraries in DC, but also across the US. Many records are available online, as well as in person.  It’s worth visiting the website before visiting the library itself. Many of the libraries, preeminently the Library of Congress, are fascinating buildings, as well as being a source of extraordinary knowledge. Here’s the list, 1. Library of Congress (LOC.gov)   Lo...

  didact's journal : A  journal that provides moments of insight from diverse—and sometimes surprising--sources to provoke your thinking.  Each insight opens the door to deeper understanding and to connections among science, culture, history, mathematics, business, and personal mastery. didact's journal first lines :   Books that open well immediately capture our attention. This journal contains many of the best of countless compelling openings. Have fun exploring .

  🠋🠋🠋🠋 The National Book Festival Saturday, Sept. 6, in Washington, DC 2025 National Book Festival The 2025 National Book Festival will be held in the nation’s capital at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Saturday, September 6, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.). The event is free and open to the public. A selection of programs will be livestreamed online, and videos of all programs will be available shortly after the Festival.