November 15, 2024, update: Donald Zepeda's sentence was announced today. He was sentenced to two years in prison, two years of probation, and additional restitution and community service. I was in Federal court today to deliver the National Archives’ Impact Statement at the sentencing of Jackson Green, one of the two individuals who pleaded guilty … Continue reading Statement at the Sentencing for the Perpetrators of Vandalism to the National Archives
Earlier today I shared this note with National Archives employees, and I want to share it with you: Given the recent attention around the development of the new signature galleries for the National Archives Building, I want to make sure all NARA employees have had the opportunity to see the online walkthrough of the current … Continue reading Message from the Archivist: Preview the Signature Galleries
As the Archivist of the United States, my top priority is access for all Americans to the important records of our nation that we hold in trust at the National Archives. I am deeply committed to civic education and public engagement, and I have made it a priority to expand the reach of the National … Continue reading A Message from the Archivist
Earlier this month I released the National Archives’ new Strategic Framework. The framework guides our next steps in developing a multi-year strategic plan and charts a roadmap focused on building our digital future and delivering world-class experiences, both in person and online. We are the nation’s record keepers. We preserve, protect, and share the historical … Continue reading Advancing the Work of the National Archives
On August 20, 2024, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan welcomed the student winners of America's Field Trip from America250, a commission established in advance of the upcoming semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States. "Their enthusiasm for history and reading is contagious," Dr. Shogan wrote on X. "We're excited they're joining us on … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary and Social Media Report: August 19-August 23, 2024
On April 8, 2024, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan stepped outside with staff to view the solar eclipse. Pictured from left to right are Executive Assistant to the Archivist of the United States Andrew Denham, Dr. Shogan, Director of Public Programs and Special Events Grace McCaffery, and Director of Executive Secretariat Merrily … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary and Social Media Report: April 8-April 12, 2024
On March 18, 2024, Dr. Shogan ran into Lynda Carter, the actress known for playing Wonder Woman, while attending a Women's History Month celebration at the White House. She also posted about the #MoreThanFirstLadies social media campaign across her social media channels. That same day, Dr. Shogan met with Dr. Rebecca Brenner Graham, a Cokie … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary and Social Media Report: 18–22, 2024
On March 1, 2024, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan welcomed Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo to the National Archives. Pictured from left to right are Acting Chief of Staff John Valceanu, Digital Asset Management Specialist Susana Raab, Dr. Shogan, Secretary Raimondo, Supervisory Archivist Trevor Plante, Senior Advisor Ellis Brachman, and Special Assistant … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary and Social Media Report: March 4-March 8, 2024
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) has eliminated the pandemic-related backlog of veteran records requests at the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) in Saint Louis, MO. “The National Archives plays a critical role in ensuring that our veterans and their families have access to the records they need for the benefits they've earned. Clearing … Continue reading News Update: NARA Eliminates Pandemic Backlog of Veteran Records Requests
On Bill of Rights Day, 25 people from 25 countries took the oath of citizenship in the Rotunda of the National Archives. (National Archives photo by Susana Raab) In celebration of Bill of Rights Day, observed annually on December 15, 25 people from 25 nations were sworn in as U.S. citizens in front of the … Continue reading News Update: 25 New Citizens Sworn in During Bill of Rights Day Naturalization Ceremony
