In November, a Wikidata edit-a-thon brought together an enthusiastic group of students and librarians to explore the Black Teacher Archive (BTA), a digital portal centralizing materials created by professional organizations of 20th century African American educators. …
What do a Harvard professor of history and government, a trustee of Howard University, a lifelong friend of Theodore Roosevelt, and a self-proclaimed waffle lover have in common? They are all the same person: Albert Bushnell Hart. …
The Historical & Special Collections Department (HSC) at Harvard Law School Library (HLSL) holds a world-class and historically significant rare books and early manuscripts collection. Christopher Spraker, the new manager of HSC, recently had the opportunity to attend Law Books: History & Connoisseurship at Rare Book School (RBS)….
During Spring 2024, the Harvard Map Collection embedded with history course Re-Wilding Harvard, taught by Professor Joyce Chaplin….
The Harvard Library Passport outlines your itinerary for a journey through 23 of Harvard’s libraries, where you can explore collections and avail yourself of a range of services and expertise. Bring your curiosity!…
A behind-the-scenes view of the many hands involved in bringing Eileen Southern’s story to light….
