We provide basic research assistance related to those parts of the world encompassing the geographical areas of the Caribbean, Latin America, Spain, and Portugal; the indigenous cultures of those areas; and peoples throughout the world historically influenced by Luso-Hispanic heritage, including Latinx communities in the U.S., and peoples of Portuguese or Spanish heritage in Africa, Asia, and Oceania. We will provide a response to your question within 5 business days.

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Hispanic Reading Room
Visit our website for more information on our collections and services.
La Biblioteca Podcast
Explore the Library's collections that focus on the cultures of Spain, Portugal, Latin America, and the Hispanic community in the United States.
Handbook of Latin American Studies
Search this online bibliography of publications related to Latin America (1936-present).
The PALABRA Archive
Listen to this audio archive of a selection of over 800 recordings of prominent poets, novelists, and essayists reading from their works.
Research Guides: Hispanic Studies
Browse our best resources in these specialized research guides.

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Additional Ways to Contact Us

Send written correspondence to:

Hispanic Division
Library of Congress
101 Independence Ave. SE
Washington, D.C. 20540-4850

(202) 707-5397
(202) 707-5397

Please Note

We do not answer requests for basic research, assistance with school assignments, translations, compilation of bibliographies, or research in heraldry and family history.