Project Gutenberg
The original volunteer-driven digital library of over 70,000 free public domain eBooks across world literature and philosophy.
The Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) brings together the riches of America’s libraries, archives, and museums in a single open platform. Launched in 2013, DPLA aggregates over 45 million items—photographs, manuscripts, books, sounds, and moving images—from Smithsonian, state libraries, and local historical societies.
Key Discovery Features
- Aggregated Cultural Search: Single search interface indexing millions of regional historical treasures from thousands of contributor hubs.
- Curated Primary Source Sets: Curated primary source teaching collections designed for educators and students covering key historical eras.
- Exhibitions & Storytelling: Virtual multimedia exhibitions showcasing labor history, civil rights struggles, and American exploration.
- The Banned Book Club: Innovative digital program using geolocation to ensure readers in censorship districts retain access to restricted titles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does DPLA host the files directly?
DPLA indexes metadata and high-resolution previews, providing direct link-throughs to the original holding repository’s master catalog.
Is DPLA open for developers?
Yes. DPLA provides a documented open REST API allowing researchers and developers to query cultural heritage records programmatically.
Are materials on DPLA free to access?
Yes. All records, educational primary source sets, and curated online exhibitions are completely free and open to the public.
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