“I'm taking pictures of the history of today.” —Russell Lee Our new exhibit, “Power and Lee: Russell Lee's Coal Survey,” opens on Saturday, March 16! Come visit the new exhibit to see more than 200 of Russell Lee’s photographs of coal miners, their families, and their communities. Lee was hired to take photographs as part of a federal government survey of medical, health, and housing conditions in coal communities What may be most distinctive about these images is their reflection of the photographer’s compassion for his subjects. It is their strength, dignity, and humanity that strikes the viewer. Although Lee’s earlier images of Depression-era Americans are well known, his 1946 coal survey images have had little exposure. The full series, which numbers in the thousands, can only be found in the holdings of the National Archives. Discover more about Power & Light: Russell: Lee's Coal Survey and our other featured exhibits at the National Archives in Washington DC: https://lnkd.in/gtWAPiZF #ArchivesPowerAndLight #Photography #NationalArchivesMuseum
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The nation's record keeper. Visit our new exhibit, "Power & Light: Russell Lee's Coal Survey," open now.
About us
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper. Of all documents and materials created in the course of business conducted by the United States Federal government, only 1%-3% are so important for legal or historical reasons that they are kept by us forever. Those valuable records are preserved and are available to you, whether you want to see if they contain clues about your family’s history, need to prove a veteran’s military service, or are researching an historical topic that interests you.
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http://www.archives.gov
External link for U.S. National Archives and Records Administration
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
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- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1934
- Specialties
- Archives Technicians, Conservators, Records Managers, Educators, Public Outreach Specialists, Museum Professionals, Librarians, Dynamic Media Preservation Specialists, Digital Imaging Specialists, Information Technology Specialists, Archives Specialists, Archivists, Preservationists, Conservationists, Budget and Finance Specialists, Procurement Specialists, and FOIA Specialists
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701 Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20408, US
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700 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20408, US
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8601 Adelphi Road
College Park, MD 20740, US
Employees at U.S. National Archives and Records Administration
Updates
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We are pleased to announce a funding opportunity from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission for archival projects. The Fiscal Year 2025 Archival Projects program supports initiatives that enhance access to America's historical records, promoting a deeper understanding of our democracy, history, and culture. Drafts are due on August 15, 2024 with a final deadline for proposals of November 7, 2024. For more information and application details, visit the NHPRC website: https://lnkd.in/eRyXwhpK
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We are excited to announce the start of the 2024 End of Term Web Archive initiative! This effort, which occurs every four years, aims to preserve U.S. government websites for historical and research purposes. Since 2004, we've archived over 500 terabytes of government websites and data through this effort. Explore these records via full text search or bulk downloads. Learn more in this Records Express blog post: https://loom.ly/18sis8Y
Announcing the 2024 End of Term Web Archive Initiative
https://records-express.blogs.archives.gov
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Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan was pleased to join Dr. Carla Hayden of the Library of Congress and Lonnie G. Bunch III of the Smithsonian Institution to write for CNN Opinion about the need to proudly remember the richness of our shared past as we celebrate our freedoms. https://lnkd.in/eHGddGrY
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Civil rights activist James M. Lawson recently passed away at the age of 95 in Los Angeles, California. Known for his commitment to nonviolence, Reverend Lawson played a pivotal role in organizing sit-ins, mentoring activists, and advocating peaceful resistance. He provided nonviolent strategies for the sit-in movements, Freedom Rides, Freedom Summer, Memphis Sanitation Strike, and several anti-war protests. The National Archives preserves records highlighting Lawson's dedication to nonviolent protest, including his criminal case for draft resistance and a video discussing the First Amendment and Civil Rights in the 1960s. Learn more in this Rediscovering Black History blog post: https://loom.ly/uByGoCY Image: James M. Lawson. (Photo by Joon Powell).
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Registration is now open for the State, Local, Tribal, and Public Sector Policy Advisory Committee (SLTPS-PAC) virtual public meeting on Wednesday, July 10, at 10 a.m. ET. The SLTPS-PAC discusses policy issues related to the classified national security information program for SLTPS entities, aiming to resolve disputes and recommend policy changes to improve information sharing. Learn more in this ISOO Overview blog post: https://loom.ly/Gl0Ybhw
Registration Now Open for SLTPS-PAC Public Meeting on July 10, 2024.
https://isoo-overview.blogs.archives.gov
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Take a closer look at George Washington's Oath of Allegiance in the National Archives Catalog: https://lnkd.in/eAaxx3fS
As millions across the country celebrate Independence Day, Norah O'Donnell travels to the National Archives for a rare look at the 1778 Oath of Allegiance signed by George Washington at Valley Forge – a historical document predating the Constitution. More coming soon on 60 Minutes.
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As we prepare for our nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026, we are excited to share our #Declaration250 logo! We are honored to serve as the home of the Declaration of Independence and the democratic ideals it represents. We will be announcing a full celebration schedule of events, discussions, and activities. We look forward to your participation in this special, historic, and celebratory journey of resilience and the pursuit of happiness! Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan announced Declaration250 at the #ArchivesJuly4 Celebration on July 4, 2024. #America250 America250
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Celebrate #IndependenceDay with us tomorrow, Thursday, July 4, at 9 a.m. ET, on the steps of the National Archives Building in Washington, DC! https://lnkd.in/ggiYUGY6 If you won’t be in the area but want to view the Declaration of Independence Reading Ceremony, it will be livestreamed: https://lnkd.in/eM-Fc_dZ
Happy Independence Day from Marymount University! Join us for a day of fun-filled activities: 10 am: MU Chamber Singers perform at the National Archives in D.C. 5 pm: Our campus bell will ring 13 times in unity across the Commonwealth as Virginia celebrates the colonies' independence. 6:30 pm: Fireworks on Converse Lawn, courtesy of Washington Golf & Country Club. Let's make this Fourth of July unforgettable! 🇺🇸
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You can help increase access to our records! Anyone can serve as a citizen archivist, making contributions to the National Archives Catalog to enhance access and discoverability. Transcribe historical documents, tag archival photographs, or share comments with other community members. Join our Citizen Archivist program today to help unlock history! https://loom.ly/WR-RfZc
Citizen Archivist Missions
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