Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education

Upcoming Events & News

Path to the Pulitzer: Journalism and the Informed Citizen
Thursday, September 6, 2018 @ 7:00 pm
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Fix It Film Screening & Discussion
Thursday, September 13, 2018 @ 6:30 pm
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Constitution Day Lecture by Sen. Tom Harkin
Monday, September 17, 2018 @ 2:00 pm
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Conducting Research

Our extensive congressional archives and 3,000 volume reference collection are available to researchers. Click here to learn more about conducting research at the center >>

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Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV 25443

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Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Our Mission:

The Byrd Center advances representative democracy by promoting a better understanding of the United States Congress and the Constitution through programs and research that engage citizens.