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Using Archives: A Guide to Effective Research

Archives exist both to preserve historic materials and to make them available for use. This guide from the Society of American Archivists outlines the functions and procedures of archives, and is designed both for first-time archives users and scholars who have already conducted research in archives. The content covers:

  • how archives function
  • how to identify appropriate archives for your research
  • how to access historical materials and research at an archives

Repositories and their collecting scopes and practices may differ, but the principles in this guide can assist you in accomplishing your research goals at any archival institution.


 

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