This is going to get lost and people need to know about it. Props to @alcalz.bsky.social for keeping his eyes on Nightingale and what USCIS is up to.

Doctor watching medical drama: "That detail is wrong." Regular viewers: Interesting! Cop watching crime drama: "That detail is wrong." Regular viewers: Interesting! Historian watching history drama: "That detail is wrong." Regular viewers: It iS NoT A DoCuMeNtArY!

The headline is misleading. This is not a story about the National Archives. This is a story about records displayed and interpreted at the National Archives MUSEUM. The big question is, what is happening at the National Archives?

American historical markers and memorials should honor all Veterans. substack.com/home/post/p-...

this should be required viewing in order to access the internet imo. youtu.be/vGAqYNFQdZ4?...

On Tuesday, the current administration clearly demonstrated what it thinks of historical preservation. This webinar explains how the National Archives is essential to democracy, & steps we can take to ensure NARA funding. NARA doesn't need saving - it's not a statue - it needs funding to function.

✊ Always Appeal! ✊ Did the VA refuse to send you a full copy of a C-File (claims file) that you requested under #FOIA for a deceased veteran? Well, we now have some attorney-approved sample texts you can use to fight back! Check out BIRLS.org/appeals for the latest!

An archiving masterwork!

When @lastweektonight.com nerds out on your favorite talking point: youtu.be/dB1-lg-xZWc?...

The future of historical research if we don't fight for funding, access and transparency at NARA 👇🏻

Since you can't possibly be tired of hearing me talk about NARA, sign up for today's webinar with @richvenezia.bsky.social, Claire Kluskens, and me.

What is the definition of essential when it comes to a shutdown? twelvekey.com/2025/10/02/c...

File under good news: NARA added 218,028 A-Files to the catalog this month! These files were previously the custody of the USCIS Genealogy Program. Consult the NARA info page to learn more about A-Files and how to obtain copies www.archives.gov/research/imm...

Shutdown or not, federal funding decisions being made in Congress will impact the USA's record keeping for decades to come. substack.com/home/post/p-...

Looking for a Sunday read? I have one for you: substack.com/inbox/post/1...

For their first project, my Kids and Society students have to create an infographic clarifying a common misconception about "kids these days." I'd prefer that they not use AI to create their projects, so I made my own infographic explaining why : )

Things happening outside of the spotlight are important, too. substack.com/home/post/p-...

What is the city but the people?

This is not only a serious issue for historians and not only a serious issue for academics (although it is that). It's a development that's also deleterious for the GLAM sector, for example, and part of a much larger trend nationally and internationally to restrict and dismantle access to archives.

I've seen this on Bluesky and had to try it myself. The image below was the response to the prompt: "Show me a diagram of the US presidents since Herbert Hoover, with their names and years in office under their photos" Bravo, OpenAI, bravo.

Sometimes there is good news on Fridays. The DC Council restored full funding for the DC Archives Project at UDC in FY 2026 Budget. Thanks to all the organizations and individuals who spoke out and spoke up for the importance of access to DC records. dcarchivesadvocates.substack.com/p/you-saved-...

Erasing history by defunding #archives www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/...

Trump's Assault on the NPS is Not a Disagreement Over History. It is an Attack on History Itself. #NationalParks open.substack.com/pub/kevinmle...

Today the House Appropriations Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee slashed an additional $4million from the National Archives's already meager budget for FY26.

NARA removed the banner and all the changes to the wording online. Now please use all this energy and fight the massive funding cuts for NARA, because that will do more damage than we can ever imagine.

Just imagine if everyone freaked out about funding cuts for NARA like they are about this message...

Meanwhile, scroll down on the A2 page and learn they took away our parking. www.archives.gov/college-park

Write to NARA and ask them to explain. [email protected] and other addresses at www.archives.gov/about/organi...

🚨🚨"Effective July 7, 2025, the National Archives at College Park, MD, will become a restricted-access federal facility with access only for visitors with a legitimate business need. It will no longer be open to the general public."

Without the new DC State Archives building, there's no access for DC records, and the amazing and unique historical records will remain out of reach. Speak up, DC!

Reposting for the morning crowd - cuts to NARA staff.

NARA RIFs starting today. NARA claims 3% cut in workforce but their math is wrong. It's more like 14%.

Welcome to the archives.

Washington State announces closure of the state research library and talking book & braille library, thanks to a $6.7 million shortfall in the state budget. #genealogy #history

The @apgenealogists.bsky.social calls on calls on the DC Council and Mayor Bowser to work together to reinstate funding for the DC State Archives Building on the University of DC's campus. #Genealogy

It's Friday night, and the NARA FY26 budget drops - the cuts are not as steep as some anticipated. I'm focused on the change of language to the mission statement and vision.

Mayor Bowser’s proposed 2026 budget completely eliminates the new DC State Archives building at UDC. This last minute, irresponsible decision, which was made in secret without any input from experts or the community, erases a decade of grueling work.

Re-upping for the Monday crowd - Swedish archives research experience? Please get in touch!

Seeking #refugee or #migration researcher/scholar with experience working in Swedish archives. Please offer names, contact details here or DM. Thank you!

The AHA is compiling resources developed by historians in response to recent actions by the federal governments. We welcome submissions from our members about op-eds, media appearances, or other resources they've contributed offering historical context and insight to the public. 🗃️

Unhappy to confirm that the entire Historical Advisory Committee at the State Department received termination notices this afternoon (myself included). The HAC, set up by Congress, oversees the office that produces the FRUS series. history.state.gov/about/hac/in... 1/

This summary captures what is happening to IMLS and NEH, and what different organizations are doing to fight back. If you want to help fight, check to see what your organization is doing and share this information. 👇🏻

4 April 2025 marked the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Ohrdruf, a forced labor camp near Gotha, Germany. The 89th Infantry Division and the 4th Armored Division are recognized as the liberating forces. My great-uncle, with the 89th, arrived at Ohrdruf in the rain, at 1600 on 6 April 1945.

The National Archives added 31,841 A-files to the catalog in March! catalog.archives.gov/id/4488912 Included in this transfer are more than 1,000 individuals born in 1925, as their files have eclipsed the 100 year mark.

This is a great thread that shouldn't have to exist at all.

Agencies and departments create records. The Federal Records Act governs what happens to the records. Many go to storage, or eventually to the National Archives. NARA functions as the bedrock of our democracy.

Yes! Documenting the history of now. wapo.st/4cdjRFQ (Gift link)