Today in History–November 11–the Library of Congress features Washington, which was declared a state on this day in 1889. Find out more about the history and culture of the Evergreen state by visiting the Today in History section, then follow the links below to access a plethora primary sources.
Washington stories from America’s Library
Washington historical newspapers
Washington reports & other texts
Pictorial Americana: Selected images of Washington
Washington images from American Memory
More Washington images
Washington Guide to Law Online
Nathan Hale hanged for spying on British troops. Check out our 
Preliminary version of Emancipation Proclamation proclaimed. Check out our 
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