Archival research using physical, historical documents can give you hands-on context and historical knowledge that can give your creative work richness and nuance. Before you visit an archive, it helps to be prepared so you can make the most of your time. The following resources guide you through what to do ahead of time to get ready for research.
Finding archival collections related to the subject of your creative work can be tricky! UT has several archives on campus, and Austin is home to additional archives. You might even need to visit archives in other states. Below are some resources for finding archives, and if you have questions, don't hesitate to ask Gina Bastone for help!
The UT Libraries subscribe to a number of databases with digitized primary sources and historical documents.
Some of the titles included in this access are:
The resource provides a look into LGBT life from the late 19th to the early 21st centuries, covering topics such as bars and saloons, gay communities, clubs and social organizations, gay activism and activists, gay rights, AIDS, films, politics, books, medical treatments and procedures, gender identity, discrimination, and more.
Includes material from the Kinsey Institute Archive and Library, the ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives, the Jeanne Cordova Papers, the Magnus Hirschfeld Collection, and more.
Access to this resource is partially funded by the Emily Knauss Library Endowment for the Liberal Arts.
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