Special Collections Links

This page contains links to sites which information on a variety of topics related to archives and Special Collections in general.  It is divided into several categories:

Georgia Archives/Special Collections Sites

National Archives/Special Collections Sites

Archives Tutorials (How to Use Archives) Sites

Online Exhibits
 


Georgia Archives/Special Collections Sites

Georgia Department of Archives and History
This site contains anything related to the Georgia State Archives.  It also has a wealth of information on archival topics, including most of the department's publications and information on education opportunities in archives.

 
 Georgia Historical Society
The Georgia Historical Society, based in Savannah, sponsors many events related to Georgia history and holds a large collection of research materials.  It also holds workshops on preservation and other topics.

 
GeorgiaInfo
This project from the Carl Vinson Institute of Government at the University of Georgia contains information about everything in the state of Georgia and links to the sites you would need to do any kind of research about Georgia topics.  It also has "This Day in Georgia History," a wonderful collection of information on events and personalities in Georgia history.

 
Society of Georgia Archivists
This is the organization to get in touch with if you are interested in a career or volunteer work in archives.  They have information on all aspects of archival work, including the latest developments in the field.  The site also has an index to archival repositories in Georgia.

 
Special Collections at University of Georgia Libraries
The University of Georgia library system has a variety of Special Collections resources in it, inlcuding the Felix Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library and the Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies.  They have a vast amount of materials, including a marvelous collection of Georgia maps.

 
 

National Archives/Special Collections Sites

National Archives and Record Administration
This is the home of the United States National Archives.  The National Archives is responsible for the preservation of United States Government materials of all sorts, including records of all government agencies.  Besides a place for research, this site also contains records schedules and guidelines for Federal offices, a digital classroom, and guides to archives and preservation resources.

 
National Register of Historic Places
This site contains information on the National Register of Historic Places and the 70,000-plus sites which are on the National Register.  There are sections on traveling to locations on the National Register and using the sites as teaching and research tools as well.  If you want to learn more about a site listed in the National Register, this is a good place to start.

 
UNESCO Archives Portal
This site contains archives links from all over the world. It's a good place to use if you're hunting for sources on international issues and events. It also provides links for educational opportunites, conferences, and associations.

 


Archives Tutorials

These sites contain guided instructions for using archives and archival materials.  They provide a good number of useful tips for people doing research projects.

How to Do Research at NARA  (National Archives & Records Administration - U. S.)

Using Archives: A Practical Guide for Researchers  (National Archives of Canada)

Using Manuscripts & Archives: A Tutorial  (Yale University)

Tulane University Special Collections - How to Use
 
 


Online Exhibits

Current Exhibits  (Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies, UGA)

Digital Archive  (Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, UGA)

Hargrett Library Exhibits  (Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, UGA)

The Exhibit Hall  (National Archives & Records Adminstration)
 
 


Back to Henderson Library Special Collections