SAA Guide
Using Archives: A Guide to Effective Research
- What Are Archives and How Do They Differ from Libraries?
- Types of Archives
- Finding and Evaluating Archives
- Requesting Materials Remotely
- Planning to Visit an Archives
- Typical Usage Guidelines in Archival Repositories
- Notes on Copyright, Restrictions, and Unprocessed Collections
- Visiting an Archives
- A Final Word/Additional Resources
- Appendix: Sample Annotated Finding Aid
Archives Hub Guide
Using Archives for the Inexperienced
Finding Aid Portals
Over 5 million records describing archival materials, bringing together information about historical documents, personal papers, family histories, and more. With over 1,000 different archival institutions represented.
National Archives and Records Administration Catalog
For items housed at presidential libraries or other branches of hte National Archives, search their catalog.