Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan met with Senator Shelley Moore Capito (left center in red pants) (R-WV) and her staff in the Archivist's Board Room at the National Archives in Washington, DC on December 11, 2023. That same day, Dr. Shogan held two rescued chihuahuas, thanks to the National Archives staff who … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary: December 11–December 15, 2023
On December 5, 2023, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan attended the 2023 Records of Achievement Award Ceremony honoring Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III, hosted by the National Archives Foundation. On December 6, 2023,Dr. Shogan met with Representative Chuck Edwards (R-NC) and his Congressional staff in the Legislative Vaults of the National … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary: December 4–December 8, 2023
On November 20, 2023, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan shared that she met with news anchor Bret Baier during her visit to the George Bush Presidential Library. "I can’t wait to read his new graphic novel for kids that emphasizes fun stories from American history!" she said. On November 28, 2023, Dr. … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary: November 20–December 1, 2023
On November 14, 2023, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan participated the "Preserving Democracy: The Role of the National Archives" panel held by the Baker Institute, a think tank at Rice University. The event was moderated by Rice University professor Douglas Brinkley (far left), and attended by Rice University Vice Provost and University … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary: November 13–17, 2023
On November 6, 2023, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan met with the staff of Senator John Fetterman (D-PA). On November 7, 2023, Dr. Shogan welcomed her former Library of Congress colleagues to the National Archives. The Library of Congress staff work for the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled. … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary: November 6–9, 2023
On October 30, 2023, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan visited the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library. She met with the Library staff to discuss future plans for continued digitization, exhibits, and educational programming. Later that day, Dr. Shogan attended the Profiles in Courage award dinner at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary: October 30–November 3, 2023
On October 20, 2023, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan joined the Capitol Chapter of the DC Daughters of the American Revolution for their 10th anniversary celebration. Dr. Shogan was honored to receive the Women in American History Award. On October 23, 2023, Dr. Shogan welcomed Supreme Court Associate Justice Amy Coney Barrett … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary: October 23–27, 2023
On October 16, 2023, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan met with U.S. House of Representatives Congressman Michael Guest (R-MS) in the Washington Room at the National Archives in Washington, DC ( Archives I ). Congressman Guest and his staff were taking a tour. On October 18, Dr. Shogan met with Georgetown professor … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary: October 16–20, 2023
On October 11, 2023, Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan met with the ambassador of Argentina, Jorge Argüello, in her office at the National Archives in Washington, DC (Archives I). Dr. Shogan and Ambassador Argüello were also joined by his wife, Erika Grinberg (standing between the ambassador and Dr. Shogan), and his staff.
On October 2, 2023, Dr. Shogan had the opportunity to climb into the dome of the Rotunda at National Archives in Washington, DC (Archives I). "It's not for the faint of heart!" she said. Pictured with Dr. Shogan is Facility Manager James Garvin. Dr. Shogan viewed the Rotunda from the oculus at the top of the domed … Continue reading Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary: October 2–6, 2023
