It’s a year of notable firsts for the National Recording Registry.
One of the nation’s most august collecting institutions, the Library of Congress, includes nearly four million sound recordings. Since 2000, the LOC has promoted its preservation work through the National Recording Registry.
“The National Recording Registry preserves our history through recorded sound and reflects our nation’s diverse culture,” said Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden in a statement naming 25 recordings to be preserved for posterity this year.
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