ABOUT ARCHIVES, FOR NON-ARCHIVISTS

The Society of American Archivists (SAA), our national professional organization, of which NEA is a member, maintains a robust list of resources to introduce and help familiarize non-archivists with the profession.  Click the links below to learn more.

What are Archives?
Using Archives? A Guide to Effective Research by Laura Schmidt
Interested in Donating Family or Personal Papers?
Interested in Donating an Organization’s Records?
Copyright and Unpublished Materials
Archival Standards
Society of American Archivists Core Values Statement and Code of Ethics