Library of Congress



- "I cannot live without books" Pillow
- The quotation on this pillow was expressed by Thomas Jefferson to his friend John Adams in 1815. Many contemporary bibliophiles can identify with those sentiments. If you're one - or know one - this little navy blue pillow is a perfect gift for you or a friend. Fabric/Care: Polyester and… [ read more ]
- $35.00


- Abraham Lincoln, facing front, 1863 16"x20"
- Some of the most significant photographs of Abraham Lincoln, his assassins, and his funeral were taken by Alexander Gardner. Gardner worked for Mathew Brady from 1856-1862. Because of Brady's habit of giving himself credit for pictures his field photographers took, he did not receive the… [ read more ]
- $46.00


- Abraham Lincoln, facing front, 1863 8''x10''
- Some of the most significant photographs of Abraham Lincoln, his assassins, and his funeral were taken by Alexander Gardner. Gardner worked for Mathew Brady from 1856-1862. Because of Brady's habit of giving himself credit for pictures his field photographers took, he did not receive the… [ read more ]
- $28.00


- America's Library (Hardcover)
- The Library of Congress, considered by many to be the greatest library on earth, holds over 110 million items in 450 languages, irreplaceable national documents, priceless art works, and objects of cultural fascination. From a modest collection of 740 books purchased by the Congress in 1800,… [ read more ]
- $39.95


- Archibald Willard, Yankee Doodle, 1776 16"x20"
- Archibald Willard, 1836-1918, was an Ohio artist who created a partnership with the publisher and photographer, James F. Ryder, before the Civil War. After his service, he continued his partnership with Ryder who successfully sold many of the sketches Willard had done during the war. His… [ read more ]
- $46.00


- Archibald Willard, Yankee Doodle, 1776 8''x10''
- Archibald Willard, 1836-1918, was an Ohio artist who created a partnership with the publisher and photographer, James F. Ryder, before the Civil War. After his service, he continued his partnership with Ryder who successfully sold many of the sketches Willard had done during the war. His… [ read more ]
- $28.00


- Dorothea Lange: Migrant Mother 16"x20"
- The photograph that has become known as "Migrant Mother" is one of a series of photographs that Dorothea Lange made in February or March of 1936 in Nipomo, California. In 1960, Lange gave this account of the experience: "I saw and approached the hungry and desperate mother, as if drawn by a… [ read more ]
- $46.00


- Dorothea Lange: Migrant Mother 8''x10''
- The photograph that has become known as "Migrant Mother" is one of a series of photographs that Dorothea Lange made in February or March of 1936 in Nipomo, California. In 1960, Lange gave this account of the experience: "I saw and approached the hungry and desperate mother, as if drawn by a… [ read more ]
- $28.00


- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 16"x20"
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., was a Nobel Laureate, Baptist minister and African American civil rights leader. Born in 1929, he graduated from Morehouse College at the age of 19. He attended Crozer Theological Seminary and received his Ph.D. from Boston University in 1955. In December, 1955,… [ read more ]
- $46.00


- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 8''x10''
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., was a Nobel Laureate, Baptist minister and African American civil rights leader. Born in 1929, he graduated from Morehouse College at the age of 19. He attended Crozer Theological Seminary and received his Ph.D. from Boston University in 1955. In December, 1955,… [ read more ]
- $28.00


- Edward S. Curtis, Canon de Chelly - Navajo 16"x20"
- Edward Sheriff Curtis is considered among the greatest documentarians of North American Indian life. His total respect for his subject matter, ambitious planning, technical quality, and the selection of his tribal subject matter insured the accuracy of his coverage as he photographed most of… [ read more ]
- $46.00


- Edward S. Curtis, Canon de Chelly - Navajo 8''x10''
- Edward Sheriff Curtis is considered among the greatest documentarians of North American Indian life. His total respect for his subject matter, ambitious planning, technical quality, and the selection of his tribal subject matter insured the accuracy of his coverage as he photographed most of… [ read more ]
- $28.00


- Good Books Are Life Teachers 16"x20"
- Dressed in a formal collar and tie, father reads to his family, probably during the presidency of Woodrow Wilson (1912 - 1920). His wife and children are also well dressed and they sit in a well-appointed parlor. The book is not specified. The children were probably accustomed to stories… [ read more ]
- $46.00


- Good Books Are Life Teachers 8''x10''
- Dressed in a formal collar and tie, father reads to his family, probably during the presidency of Woodrow Wilson (1912 - 1920). His wife and children are also well dressed and they sit in a well-appointed parlor. The book is not specified. The children were probably accustomed to stories… [ read more ]
- $28.00


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- In Lincoln's Hand (Hardcover)
- On the occasion of the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth and in conjunction with the Library of Congress 2009 Bicentennial exhibition, In Lincoln's Hand offers an unprecedented look at one of our greatest presidents through vivid images of his handwritten letters, speeches, and… [ read more ]
$35.00- $26.25


- Jefferson's Library Paperweight
- Encased in this handmade glass paperweight, from the Library's newest exhibit, an image depicts a row of colorful books honoring the Library of Congress' newest display of original books from Thomas Jefferson's personal collection. The Thomas Jefferson Library holds 6,487 volumes-more than… [ read more ]
- $28.00


- Jeffersons Library Exhibit Tote Bag
- This sturdy canvas black tote bag is adorned with a row of colorful books, straight from Jefferson's Library, honoring the Library of Congress' newest display of original books donated from Thomas Jefferson personal collection. The Thomas Jefferson Library holds 6,487 volumes-more than 2,000… [ read more ]
- $19.95


- Library of Congress Book Painting Mug
- Recalling the thousands and thousands of books in the Library of Congress Rare Book and Special Collections Division, this lovely books mug will add color and distinction to your desk or den. Now you can sip a hot drink from your Library of Congress mug, as you turn the pages of your… [ read more ]
- $14.95


- Library of Congress Books T- Shirt - Taupe
- This classic tee shirt is adorned with a beautiful display of colorful books and at the bottom is Thomas Jefferson's famous quote, "I cannot live without books," along with "Library of Congress." This taupe tee is the perfect fashion statement for the devoted reader.
100% cotton… [ read more ]
- $24.95


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- The Real National Treasure DVD
- Housing many of the Nation’s most unique and priceless pieces of history, the U.S. Library
of Congress is a library unlike any other.
In this fascinating look at the more than two-century-old institution--the largest library in the world--MODERN MARVELS® takes a rare, behind-the-scenes… [ read more ]
$24.95- $17.77


- The Second Flag Raising on Mt. Suribachi 16"x20"
- The United States Marine Corps War Memorial, commonly called the Iwo Jima War Memorial, is located in Arlington Ridge Park, in Arlington, Virginia. The memorial stands in honor of all Marines who have served their country past and present, and in particular homage to those who have died in… [ read more ]
- $46.00


- The Second Flag Raising on Mt. Suribachi 8''x10''
- The United States Marine Corps War Memorial, commonly called the Iwo Jima War Memorial, is located in Arlington Ridge Park, in Arlington, Virginia. The memorial stands in honor of all Marines who have served their country past and present, and in particular homage to those who have died in… [ read more ]
- $28.00


- Thomas Jefferson Bust 12''
- This distinguished life-portrait of Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) is a copy of the original sculpted by the great portrait artist, Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828). Houdon was much admired by Jefferson, who called him "the first statuary of this age." Jefferson's own collection at Monticello… [ read more ]
- $89.99


- Thomas Jefferson Bust 8''
- This distinguished life-portrait of Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) is a copy of the original sculpted by the great portrait artist, Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828). Houdon was much admired by Jefferson, who called him "the first statuary of this age." Jefferson's own collection at Monticello… [ read more ]
- $49.99


- Writing the Declaration of Independence 16"x20"
- The artist, Jean Leon Gerome Ferris depicts Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams meeting at Jefferson's lodgings, on the corner of Seventh and High (Market) streets in Philadelphia, to review a draft of the Declaration of Independence. Starting in the early 20th century,… [ read more ]
- $57.00


- Writing the Declaration of Independence 8''x10''
- The artist, Jean Leon Gerome Ferris depicts Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams meeting at Jefferson's lodgings, on the corner of Seventh and High (Market) streets in Philadelphia, to review a draft of the Declaration of Independence. Starting in the early 20th century,… [ read more ]
- $28.00
