Curious about New York's past? Come uncover the stories behind the state's history— one document at a time! Join us every Thursday at 11:00 a.m. for "Ask an Archivist" at the New York State Museum. Each session offers a peek into New York State’s rich and surprising history through carefully chosen original documents, photographs, and videos. An expert archivist will be on hand to share stories, answer your questions, and reveal how we uncover and preserve the past. You never know what fascinating piece of history you’ll discover!
August 28
Maps of the Erie Canal: Come explore maps of the Erie Canal featuring drawings by surveyor David Vaughan!
September 4
Digital Preservation Chat: Learn about digital preservation from an archives expert. Bring your questions!
September 11
Remembering 9/11: View images and records from the Archives related to this historic event.
September 18
Explore the Archives' Hispanic Heritage Month display: Lights, Camera, Action. Join us for a guided overview looking at the work and achievements of Hispanic American dancers, actors, filmmakers, and photographers. Featured records include images from New York City-based companies like Ballet Hispánico and Soul, as well as Latin Theater. View New York State Motion Picture Division filmscripts and reproductions of photographs featured in the 1986 New York State Museum exhibition, New Traditions: Thirteen Hispanic Photographers.
Located on the 11th Floor in the Archives Lobby.
September 25
Let's get ready for Random Acts of Poetry Day, taking place on October 1! Explore the New York State Council on the Arts "Dial-a-Poem."
Learn more:
https://nysm.nysed.gov/programs/archive-adventures-september
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