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"The Library serves as the research arm of Congress and is recognized as the national library of the United States. Its collections comprise the world's most comprehensive record of human creativity and knowledge. Open to those above high school age without charge or special permission, it is the world's largest library and a great resource to scholars and researchers. The Library is directed by the Librarian of Congress, who is appointed by the president of the United States and confirmed by a vote of the Senate. Since the Library's founding in 1800, there have been 13 Librarians of Congress, including the incumbent, James H. Billington, who was sworn in on September 14, 1987. Priorities: First, to make knowledge and creativity available to the U.S. Congress on a continuing basis. Second, to acquire, organize, preserve, secure and sustain for the present and future use of Congress and the nation a comprehensive record of American history and creativity and a universal collection of human knowledge. The Library's third priority is to make its collections maximally accessible to Congress, the government and the public through such means as the National Digital Library Program. Its fourth priority is to add interpretive and educational value to the basic resources of the Library to highlight the importance of the Library to the nation's well-being and future progress."
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Institution
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Language
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English
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Street
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101 Independence Ave, SE
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City
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Washington
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DC
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20540
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USA
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Phone
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(202) 707-5000
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Web site (URL)
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http://www.loc.gov/
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