Contributed by Celia Caust-Ellenbogen If you are a DVAG member, there’s a decent chance you attended the Mid-Atlantic Regional Archives Conference (MARAC) Fall 2013 meeting a few weeks ago. It was right here in Philadelphia, and rumor has it that with over 450 attendees, this was the best-attended MARAC meeting ever! DVAG members were well-represented … More Celia Caust-Ellenbogen shares her MARAC Philly Experience

Contributed by Bryan J. Dickerson Since colonial times, the history of the American people has been intrinsically tied to maritime commerce and the need for naval forces to protect that commerce and defend American shores against foreign enemies.  The commemorations of the 200th Anniversary of the War of 1812, the 150th Anniversary of the Civil … More MARAC Philly 2013: The Naval History Collections Panel

Contributed by Patrick Shea The Chemical Heritage Foundation (CHF) officially opened a state-of-the-art archival storage facility Thursday, October 10. The John C. Haas Archive of Science and Business will house the personal papers of significant scientists, engineers, and innovators; historical records of businesses and industries with a strong science, technology, or medical connection; and the … More CHF Opens John C. Haas Archive of Science and Business