Can I use a photo from the Library of Congress?

The Library does not grant or deny permission concerning the use of images. When material reproduced from the Library’s collections is used in a publication, the Library requests that the reproduction number be published with credit to the Library, such as: “Library of Congress, LC-USZ62-13459.”

Are Library of Congress images free to use?

These sets are just a small sample of the Library’s digital collections that are free to use and reuse. The digital collections comprise millions of items including books, newspapers, manuscripts, prints and photos, maps, musical scores, films, sound recordings and more.

Are photos of politicians copyrighted?

The moment you take a photograph of a politician, that photo is protected by federal copyright law. No one may use that image without your permission. As the copyright holder of that political image, you set the terms under which you grant that permission, including the terms of your compensation.

How many photographs are in the Library of Congress?

(About 35,000 photographs; all negatives and a selection of photographic prints; records being added.)

Are headshots copyrighted?

The contract between you and the photographer should state it. Many photographers require that they control the copyright, but that is subject to negotiation. Particularly if it is your headshot, you should require control of the copyright.

Is the Library of Congress the largest Library in the world?

The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world with more than 170 million items.

What are the Free collections of the Library of Congress?

These sets are just a small sample of the Library’s digital collections that are free to use and reuse. The digital collections comprise millions of items including books, newspapers, manuscripts, prints and photos, maps, musical scores, films, sound recordings and more.

How to contact Library of Congress customer service?

Questions about orders should be directed to the Customer Service Unit. Customer Service Phone: 202-707-5640. Customer service is available: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday – Friday excluding Federal holidays When your order is completed, it is mailed to the address which was supplied on your order form.

Is the Library of Congress in the public domain?

The Library believes that this content is either in the public domain, has no known copyright, or has been cleared by the copyright owner for public use. Each set of content is based on a theme and is first featured on the Library’s home page.

Are there any restrictions on publishing an image?

The records of the U.S. Copyright Office do not indicate any copyright registration, AND. The acquisition paperwork for the collection does not contain any evidence of any restrictions, AND. Images from the collection have been used and published extensively without anyone stepping forward to claim rights.