Learn the basics of archival research in this hands-on workshop.  We’ll cover what archives are and how they are arranged, where and how to look for sources, and what to expect when you visit an archival repository.

This workshop is in tandem with New York Archives Week.

Possible topics covered will include: Overview of archival research; Examples of research projects using archival materials; Preparation for entering the Archive; Components of archival collections; Considerations for archival materials; Archival expectations; Handling archival materials; Contextualizing findings; Access vs. use & permissions; Resources to archives (Where to begin); Archival databases; Local archives; and Digital archives

This workshop is held in a computer classroom and is taught by Donna Davey, Archivist and new GC Librarian. Learn more about Donna here.