Libraries & Archives Articles
In these library collections, family history speaks volumes. Check out their roots riches in our roundup of the top 10 public libraries for genealogists.
6/9/2011
A longtime Abraham Lincoln researcher, honored in 1998 for discovering the last document Lincoln ever signed, was banned from NARA after confessing to doctoring the date on that paper.
5/2/2011
Who has the time to hunt down genealogical treasures scattered across thousands of distant repositories? You do—with our three-step guide to WorldCat.
5/2/2011
The National Archives' Civil War exhibit combines photos, documents and memorabilia with a unique presentation and modern technology.
2/22/2011
Now an archival no-no, laminating historical documents was the National Archives’ go-to preservation strategy for decades.
12/29/2010
You've got questions about discovering, preserving and celebrating your family history; our experts have the answers.
12/14/2010
Take your research to the next level with our complete guide to 86 state libraries, archives and historical societies—including how to tap their collections without leaving home.
11/17/2010
Do ship manifests from the Baltimore City Archives still exist? Expert answers for your genealogical questions.
4/16/2010
You've got questions about discovering, preserving and celebrating your family history; our experts have the answers.
4/14/2010