What does the National Archives and records Administration do?

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What does the National Archives and records Administration do?

The National Archives is the U.S. Government’s collection of documents that records important events in American history. The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the Government agency that preserves and maintains these materials and makes them available for research.

How do I search National Archives online?

Looking for Documents on Archives.gov? National Archives Catalog Search among more than 126,500 digitized historical documents, photographs, and images. Access to Archival Databases (AAD) Search or browse some of NARA’s electronic records.

Are the national archives online?

The Online Public Access prototype is the public portal that provides access to digitized records, and information about our records. It also provides a centralized means of searching multiple National Archives resources at once.

How do I contact NARA?

Agency Details

  1. Website: National Archives and Records Administration.
  2. Contact: Contact the National Archives and Records Administration.
  3. Local Offices: National Archives Facilities, by State.
  4. Toll Free: 1-86-NARA-NARA (1-866-272-6272)
  5. TTY: 711 (Federal Relay)
  6. Forms: National Archives and Records Administration.

What is NARA stand for?

National Archives and
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation’s record keeper.

Where can I find old documents?

The National Archives preserves and provides access to the records of the Federal Government. Here is a sample of these records, from our most celebrated milestones to little-known surprises .

How do I get archival records?

Visit the website of the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) at http://www.archives.gov/. NARA oversees the preservation of United States federal government materials.

How do I access US Census records?

http://1940census.archives.gov. Online subscription services are available to access the 1790–1940 census records and many public libraries provide access to these services free-of-charge. Contact your local library to inquire if it has subscribed to one of these services.