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Explore Maryland's Archives and Museums: A Researcher's Guide

Discover the rich resources offered by Maryland's archives and museums. This guide provides essential tips for visiting these institutions, including how to prepare for your visit, what to bring, and how to access various collections. Explore key locations such as the Maryland State Archives, University of Maryland Archives, and the National Archives at College Park. Whether you're researching historical documents or looking to engage with diverse exhibits, this resource equips you with the necessary tools for a productive experience.

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Explore Maryland's Archives and Museums: A Researcher's Guide

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  1. HIST 300: Other Resources Tamara Smith, Reference Librarian Langsdale Library tsmith@ubalt.edu 410-837-5072

  2. Plan for Today • Archives and Museums • Indexes • Discuss Search & Citation Assignment • Wrap-up

  3. Archives

  4. Archives • Collections of papers, manuscripts, recordings, photographs, etc. • Controlled environment to ensure reservation of material (temperature, light humidity) • Limited access and handling of documents • By appointment only

  5. Tips for Visiting Archives • Check online for catalogs, collection guides/finding aids, visitor information, etc. • Call ahead and make an appointment • Be prepared for high security • Bring paper and pencils (no ink!)

  6. Tips for Visiting Archives Research in Special Collectionshttp://www.lib.umd.edu/special/research/ Using Manuscripts and Archives: A Tutorialhttp://www.library.yale.edu/mssa/tutorial/tutorial.htm Manuscripts Research Tutorial Glossaryhttp://www.lib.unc.edu/instruct/manuscripts/glossary/

  7. Archives in Maryland Maryland State Archives, Annapolis, MDhttp://www.mdarchives.state.md.us/ • Depository for government records • Vital Records • Business records • Private papers Source: Maryland State Archives

  8. Archives in Maryland University of Maryland College Parkhttp://www.lib.umd.edu/archivesum/ • Most material at Hornbake Library • Manuscripts, music scores, audio and video recordings • Online research guide through ArchivesUM Source: University of Maryland Website

  9. Archives in Maryland Maryland Historical Society, Baltimore, MDhttp://www.mdhs.org/explore/library.html • Admission fee for non-MHS members ($6) • Online catalog and collection guides • Oral histories, maps, manuscripts, photographs, and more Source: http://www.wam.umd.edu/~jlehnert/mhs.jpg

  10. Archives in Maryland National Archives at College Parkhttp://www.archives.gov/dc-metro/college-park • One of 3 NARA locations in Maryland (43 nationwide) • Paper records • Microfilm, maps, photographs • On-site programs Source: http://www.archives.gov

  11. Archives in D.C. National Archives and Records Administration http://www.archives.gov/ • Exhibit halls (Constitution, Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence) • Genealogy, pre-WWII military information, Congress, District of Columbia • Maps, architectural records, pictures, etc. Source: http://www.archives.gov

  12. Archives in D.C. The Library of Congresshttp://www.loc.gov/ • Research arm of Congress (Congressional Research Service) • Largest library in the world • Nearly 140 million items (32 million books) • Also has recordings, maps and manuscripts Source: http://www.visitingdc.com

  13. Museums

  14. Museums in Maryland Reginald F. Lewis Museum http://www.africanamericanculture.org/ • Collection of artifacts, documents and artwork about the African American experience in Maryland • Free access to the Resource Center • $8 adults/$6 seniors and college students w/ID; children 6 and under - FREE Source: baltimore.about.com

  15. Museums in Maryland National Great Blacks in Wax Museum http://www.ngbiwm.com/ • First wax museum of African American history in the U.S. • Daily tours available • Online exhibits • $12 adults/$11 seniors and students/$10 children 3-11 Source: JHSPH Student Outreach Resource Center Website

  16. Smithsonian Museums in D.C. National Museum of American History http://americanhistory.si.edu/ • Reopens 11/21/08 • Online & traveling exhibits • Civil War-era artifacts • Star-Spangled Banner • September 11 exhibit • All SI museums are free Source: Smithsonian Legacies Website

  17. Other Smithsonian Museums in D.C. (all free!) • National Museum of African Art • Air and Space Museum • American Art Museum • National Museum of the American Indian • Anacostia Community Museum • Freer + Sackler Galleries • Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden • Natural History Museum • Postal Museum • Portrait Gallery • National Zoo (not a museum, but still fun)

  18. National Register of Historic Places • Maintained by the National Park Service • Sites in all 50 states • Travel itineraries available online

  19. Additional Resources • List of Museums & Archives in Maryland (PDF) • UB Special Collections

  20. Questions?

  21. Thank You! Reference Help: Phone: 410-837-4274 E-mail: langref@ubalt.edu IM: ublangsdale HIST 300 Course Page: http://langsdale.ubalt.edu/howto/course_websites/fa08/hist300_nix.htm

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