October is American Archives month

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October is traditionally American Archives month. It's a time to highlight what we do, our expertise, and the breadth and depth of our collections.

CMU Calkins hall being built in 1958

Archivists post all kinds of interesting images online about our collections and work some do special displays or treasure hunts. 

Channel 9&10 news original reels

Oct. 13th is Ask an Archivist Day. I've been asked a lot of interesting questions over the years about my job responsibilities, why I became an archivist, collections, outreach, what the oldest item is in our stacks, what  collection I most enjoyed processing, how teachers can use primary sources in their lesson planning, how I decide what to retain and dispose of and why, etc. To learn more about Oct. 13th click here. https://www2.archivists.org/initiatives/askanarchivist-day  If you an archival question, please ask me. 

Cody holding a photograph printed on a pillowcase 

If you want to learn more about SAA Archives month activities about archives explore the link.  https://www2.archivists.org/initiatives/american-archives-month-the-power-of-collaboration

Page Woven Wire Fence Co. cyanotype advertising photograph, 1898-1899




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