Browsing by Subject "Library of Congress Geography and Map Division"

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    The Library of Congress Geography and Map Division Special Map Processing Project, 1951–2003
    (Washington Map Society, 2023-12) McElfresh, Laura K.
    From 1951 to 2003, the Library of Congress Geography and Map Division hosted a summer project, primarily intended to assist the Division in processing maps and cartographic resources either for inclusion into the collection or for dispersal as duplicates to other libraries. This paper draws on research by Paige Andrew, Linda Musser, and Laura McElfresh, constructing a comprehensive history of the LC G&M Special Project.
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    Mapping the Past: Inside the LC Geography and Map Division Special Map Processing Project, 1951-2006
    (2020-10-15) McElfresh, Laura K.; Andrew, Paige G.; Musser, Linda R.
    Following World War II, the Geography and Map Division at the Library of Congress (LC G&M) launched a summer internship program aimed at map librarians and others. The unpaid experience gave participants the opportunity to work with LC G&M personnel and collections while offering sending organizations the incentive of receiving free duplicate maps. This presentation traces the history of the program, describes participation and projects, and provides examples of duplicate maps distributed via the program.