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What is the National Archives and Records Administration?
Feb 8, 2025 · The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper. Of all documents and materials created in the course of business conducted by the United States federal government, only 1%-3% are so important for legal or historical reasons that they are kept by us forever.
Research Our Records | National Archives
Nov 19, 2024 · Guide to Federal Records Online Tools / Ways to Search Online Access to Archival Databases (AAD) Microfilm Catalog Free Databases at NARA facilities Links to Records Digitized by our Partners Research Presidential Records
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NARA Organization - National Archives
Mar 6, 2025 · Office of Inspector General (OIG) Equal Employment Opportunity (NEEO) NHPRC1 General Counsel (NGC) Congressional Affairs (NCON) Archivist (N) Deputy Archivist (ND) Office of the Chief of Staff (S) Office of the Chief Operating Officer (C) Agency Services (A) Research Services (R) Office of the Federal Register (F) Office of Presidential Libraries (P) Public …
About the National Archives of the United States
Dec 30, 2024 · Now imagine the task of the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)— the nation’s record keeper. Many people know the National Archives as the keeper of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
Getting Started Overview | National Archives
Jan 6, 2023 · Here's how to start researching records at the National Archives: Get Started Step 1 Determine your Topic of Interest Step 2 Gather Information about your Topic Step 3 Find Records and Information about Records Step 4 Decide if you Should Visit and Plan Your Visit About the Records at the National Archives Of all documents and materials created in the course of …
National Archives Electronic Records Archives (ERA)
Apr 5, 2023 · NARA is building ERA to fulfill its mission in the digital age: to safeguard and preserve the records of our government, ensure that the people can discover, use, and learn from this documentary heritage, and ensure continuing access to the essential documentation of the rights of American citizens and the actions of their government.
National Archives Frequently Asked Questions
Apr 8, 2025 · These are introductory answers to frequently asked questions about the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and our holdings and services. Select a subject from the menu on the left to view questions and answers relating to your selection.
Federal Records Management | National Archives
Apr 9, 2025 · Basic Laws and Authorities Regulations NARA Bulletins Records Management FAQs Records Management Guidance for Political Appointees and Senior Officials Records Management Guidance for Federal Employees