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Archival Research Tutorial: Overview

Learn how to effectively conduct archival research and use primary sources in your research projects.

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Overview

Welcome to Suffolk University's Archival Research Guide. This guide covers the following: how to distinguish between primary and secondary sources, effective search tips, and how to successfully use primary sources in papers and assignments. Additionally, learn about the unique research collections held by the Moakley Archive and Institute. 

Tutorial Sections

  1. What is an Archive?
  2. Getting Started with Archival Research
  3. Archival Collections at Suffolk University
  4. Using Digital Archives
  5. Citing Archival Sources
  6. Databases with Primary Sources

Contact the Moakley Archive

Main Phone: (617) 305-6277

E-Mail: archives@suffolk.edu

Web Site: http://www.suffolk.edu/moakley

Digital Collections: https://moakleyarchive.omeka.net/

Hours: M-F, 9-4:30. 

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