Archives for Historical Research

Are you planning to work in the historical professions? Are you planning to do research in an archive? Are you unsure where to begin when it comes to archival research? These kinds of research skills are invaluable to historians as well as researchers in other disciplines.

In this workshop, librarians from Firestone Library will be providing a systematic introduction to a variety of topics in archival research including:
· Identifying archives relevant to your area of research
· Understanding finding aids, shelf lists, and other tools used in archives and special collections
· Creating research plans to increase the efficiency of a visit to one or more archives or special collections
· Finding funding opportunities for a research trip

Meet the Facilitator:
Steve Knowlton is Librarian for US History and African American Studies at Firestone Library. Sara Logue is Assistant University Librarian for Special Collections Public Services. Deborah Schlein is Near Eastern Studies Librarian at Firestone Library. Alain St. Pierre is Librarian for World History, History of Science, and African Studies at Firestone Library.

What to Expect:
Single Workshop (3 hours total)

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