On October 7, 2024, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan gave remarks before members of the Archer Center, The University of Texas in Washington, DC, in the Archivist’s Reception Room at the National Archives.
Also on that day, Dr. Shogan shared this behind the scenes photo collage on X of construction at the new interactive education center.
On October 8, 2024, Dr. Shogan invited the public to come check out the National Archives’ new “Inside the Vault,” series. Inside the Vault is a new series of monthly virtual public programs that will examine stories of the people, events, and ideas found in the records of the National Archives. A variety of special guests – authors, historians, and eyewitnesses will be invited to participate and share their knowledge and experiences. Find out more here: https://www.archives.gov/news/articles/inside-the-vault-national-treasure.
On October 9 2024, Dr. Shogan posted this impressive profile of the frigate USS Congress is one of many commissioned by the U.S. Navy from as early as the 1790s that you can find in our cartographic records: https://www.archives.gov/research/cartographic/ship-plans.
Also on October 9, 2024, Dr. Shogan met with interns from across the National Archives in the Archivist’s Boardroom at the National Archives in Washington, DC. From left to right: Francine Worsoff, Laurel Gray, Zelda MacFarland, Dr. Shogan, Rory Hooper, Tabitha Gonia, and Emily Dinan.
On October 10, 2024, Dr. Shogan invited the public to come and check out Founders Online to learn about the people and conversations that led to the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and other milestones on the #ArchivesRoadtoRevolution! Find out more here: https://founders.archives.gov/about.
As a reminder, the National Archives is celebrating American Archives Month throughout October. Join us to learn more about how our staff make your history accessible to you! Follow us on social media and share your archives stories using the hashtag #ArchivesMonth. Find out more here: https://www.archives.gov/news/topics/american-archives-month.
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