Marshall University Special Collections Department Informational Tour

What are the known realities of Appalachia? How do they develop? Where do they come from? For many, an Appalachian reality is developed after careful examination of archived documents and materials. Through analysis of archived items, researchers are able to understand the social, cultural, economic and political fabric of Appalachia during a specific time and place. How can Marshall University Special Collections Department contribute to the understanding of Appalachia? With an emphasis on local and regional collections, the department contains the Marshall University archives, Rosanna A. Blake Library of Confederate History, West Virginia collection of books and state documents, WSAZ-TV news film archives, photographs, rare books, manuscripts, family histories and more. Collection diversity provides something for all researchers of Appalachian history. The implementation of digital technologies to preserve, index and catalog materials within the Special Collections Department provides greater access to archival materials than ever before. Join us for an informational tour of the Special Collections Department, housed on campus in the historic Morrow Library to learn more about our collections, new projects, and how we can help you with your research questions. Imagine the possibilities for your current or future research endeavor