Every industry has undergone major changes since the COVID-19 pandemic and archives and related repositories are no exception. As historical researchers, we had a unique perspective as we watched these institutions adjust in real-time. Since 2020, we at TRG have discussed internally the changes we’ve seen at local and …
Having access to robust online repositories has broadened the scope of our research abilities. We can now review collections holdings and explore new avenues of research more efficiently before traveling to an archive. Here are some of our favorite online repositories!
…October is American Archives Month! That means archives from around the country will promote their collections and archivists will share their knowledge all month long online. As you know, our line of work is dependent on the good folks who care for and curate historical materials. We here at …
For the past 14 years, Taylor Research Group (TRG) has touted our ability to obtain obscure archival records on our clients’ behalf. In light of the continued closure of many repositories due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the textual documentation we routinely review is now largely inaccessible. As a …
As the weather gets hotter and the sunshine seems to last forever, it is clear that summer is in full swing. At stores throughout the country there are sparklers on the shelves, cupcake icing has turned red, white, and blue, and barbecue supplies are dwindling – all of which …
There is more to October than falling leaves, pumpkin carving, and Trick-or-Treating. But, of course, you know this if you’ve been following us on social media! October is also American Archives Month, and we’ve been participating in its celebration in a variety of ways.
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