History is being made every day, and the week of January 26th has historically been extra significant. From huge moments in pop culture history to the start of massive civil rights movements, these day-to-day events became something much bigger. Using the resources available in the Community History Archives, we can experience the events of this […]
Why Microfilm Is Still Important In 2023, And Every Year
Preserving documents on microfilm has been a popular method of storage for many years, and it still holds many benefits today. Here are some of the benefits of preserving documents on microfilm: Long-term preservation Microfilm is a stable and durable medium for preserving documents for long periods of time. It is resistant to environmental factors […]
1930 Newspapers Are Now Public Domain
1930 Newspapers Are Now Public Domain Each January, a new year of newspapers becomes available for digitization. Newspapers published in 1930 are now in the public domain, meaning they can be digitized and added to your Community History Archive—if and when it makes sense for your institution. Why partners add new years Adding newly available […]
Spotlight: The Digital Archives of The Lincoln Library (IL)
The Lincoln Library brings a significant piece of Springfield’s past to the present by providing free access to the historical legacy of Springfield, Illinois, as recorded in the pages of the various titles on the archive. The Lincoln Library, located in the heart of Springfield, Illinois, is not only the city’s public library but also […]
This Week in History- January 5th through January 11th
From Ziggy Stardust to rumblings of civil war, this week in history has plenty of interesting stories from the past that took place on these days. Join me as we explore historical events through the Community History Archives and place them within their broader historical contexts to paint a more complete picture. David Bowie was […]
