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Crystal Flutes and Human Hair: 8 Random Items Found in the Library of Congress
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When singer Lizzo played a glass flute owned by President James Madison, we stopped to wonder what else might be hiding in the Library of Congress.
How to Create a Home Library
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A home library can be a dynamic expression of your personality. Learn how to create a home library and establish a special space for reading.
Did the Library of Alexandria Really Exist?
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We can easily picture a group of beard-and-toga geniuses hunched over scrolls inside a magnificent hall. But what was the real Library of Alexandria like?
National Historic Vehicle Register Honors Elite Cars
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The Library of Congress archives all things historical in the U.S. That includes 24 select cars. HowStuffWorks looks at why and how they're chosen.
What Is the Origin of Father's Day?
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Are you wondering what's the origin of Father's Day? Check out this article and learn all about the origin of Father's Day and more.
How the U.S. Capitol's Design Was Chosen By Public Competition
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The U.S. Capitol is one of the most impressive buildings in the world. And how its design was chosen is quite a story. HowStuffWorks explains.
Amerigo Vespucci, a Lurid Pamphlet and the Naming of America
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It pays to promote. That's how Amerigo Vespucci got a new continent named in his honor. That and a little historical misunderstanding.
The Odds Are Against Ex-presidents Who Vie for the White House
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Few former U.S. presidents have ever run again, but even fewer have won. What does this mean for Donald Trump?
Do fish ever really rain from the sky?
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Could fish rain from the sky? Things like this don't really happen, right? Find out.
What State Is Washington, D.C., In?
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Washington, D.C. is the seat of America's federal government. But what state is Washington, D.C. in?