The Twin Towers were some of the most recognizable buildings in the World Trade Center Complex as well as the New York City Skyline, before they tragically became the target of a terrorist attack in 2001. They were an iconic feature of New York City and featured in various media forms, including television shows and […]
The mid-20th century was crucial to the fight for equality in America. The civil rights movement lasted from 1954 to 1968 and had an incredible impact on the history of the United States. Some of the most notable figures from the civil rights movement include Martin Luther King Jr, A. Phillip Randolph, Ida B. Wells, […]
The Kardashians are one of the most famous families in pop culture. Their reality TV journey began 14 years ago. On October 14th, 2007, the first episode of “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” aired on television, marking the start of a hugely popular television series. Producer Ryan Seacrest noticed the attention the family was receiving […]
Bob Dylan is largely considered to be one of the greatest musicians and songwriters of all time. In the 1960s, Dylan moved to New York City and spent his life writing and performing music. His music, including top hits like “Blowin’ in the Wind” and “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door”, is a unique mix of folk, […]
In the face of extreme weather events due to climate change, many of our partners have faced natural disasters, including floods and derechos right here in our hometown. Libraries, museums, and cultural institutions across the country have taken note, and have learned that creating a comprehensive disaster recovery plan is essential. However, the difference between […]
Arnold Palmer is considered one of the greatest professional golf players of all time, having made a huge impact on the public image of the sport. Golf was a sport that until Palmer’s time was considered only a pastime for the upper class to enjoy. However, Palmer helped to change this perception and made golf […]
On September 18, 2017, Hurricane Maria continued to grow in severity as it headed towards the US Territory of Puerto Rico. The island’s Public Safety Commissioner was quoted in the Moultrie Observer as warning those in the path of the hurricane that they had to evacuate, or else they would die. That day, it reached […]
The events that happened on September 11th, 2001, left a lasting mark on the history of America. This day sparked international conflict, cost American lives, and, through the rubble of this disaster, united the people of the United States in a way they had never before been. In the early morning hours of September 11th, […]
The Perry County Archive currently contains 30 different titles and over 100,000 different images, The Archive also has 6,500-7,000 searches each month! Nestled in the heart of southern Indiana, Perry County is a community rich in history and heritage. Established in 1814, Perry County is named after Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, a hero of the […]
It is my opinion that of all the resources and records available to research – newspaper articles are most critical, because of the richness and variety of their content. For example, I had found my great great grandfather Louis Marks early on but knew nothing of his siblings or parents. Louis was the first who […]
On August 14th, 2003, an alarm system glitch led to a region-wide blackout. Stretching from Canada to the northeast US, millions of people were left without power. In some places, it only took 2 hours to get power back, but in others, it took 2 days. Almost 100 deaths were caused by the indirect effects […]
The Curiosity Rover was a part of NASA’s Mars Science Laboratory mission. It landed on Mars on August 6th, 2012, and began its journey around the red planet. The rover was car-sized, bigger than many of us imagined it to be. The job of curiosity was to survey the climate, surface, and geology of Mars. […]
At Advantage Archives, we continually evaluate our digitization methods, focusing on improving quality while maintaining affordability for our partners. As technology has evolved, so has our approach to digitizing microfilm, newspapers, and historical documents. While many of our earlier projects featured bitonal images, technological advancements, strategic partnerships, and reduced costs have allowed us to refine […]
On July 29th, 2005, NASA formally announced a discovery that had the potential to completely change our understanding of the galaxy we live in. The Planet Eris was discovered in January of 2005, but not announced until late July of the same year. The planet was similar in size to Pluto, and scientists began to […]
Amy Winehouse was a singer-songwriter who made a name for herself in the music industry. What set Amy Winehouse apart from everyone else was her unique voice and how her music combined multiple genres. Some styles she took inspiration from include jazz, soul, and blues. While Amy Winehouse only released two studio albums, she has […]
One of the most famous attractions in Chicago, Illinois is Millenium Park. But how many people know the story behind this iconic location? The idea of building a park to replace the Illinois Central Railroad Lines that occupied the area began back in 1977. Nothing came to fruition until Richard Daley became mayor in 1989, […]
The Atlantis space shuttle was a NASA shuttle that went on 33 missions during its career. It took one final mission for itself and the American Space Shuttle Program on July 8th, 2011. It was the 135th mission in the program and would be the last. The American Space Shuttle Program was developed to form […]
The Newark Public Library brings a significant piece of Newark’s past to the present by providing free access to the historical legacy of Newark, New Jersey, as recorded in the pages of the Newark Evening News. Thanks to a federal grant, support from Senator Cory Booker’s office, and a partnership between the Newark Public Library […]