History

"The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world, with millions of books, recordings, photographs, newspapers, maps and manuscripts in its collections. The Library is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. The Library preserves and provides access to a rich, diverse and enduring source of knowledge to inform, inspire and engage you in your intellectual and creative endeavors." --Dr. Carla Hayden, Librarian of Congress

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper. Documents and materials are available for research.

The Smithsonian is a vast museum and research complex in Washington D.C.

Created by Richard Hacken, European Studies Librarian at Brigham Young University, this website connects scholars with European primary historical documents

Signifiant primary documents from all over the world.

The Chicago History Museum houses millions of documents and artifacts. Some materials are available online.

American history professors explore the history behind many current events. Backstory recently ended its twelve-year run, but the extensive back catalog is available online.

A weekly podcast that explores conflict through the ages.

This NPR podcast considers how the past led to a current event.

The nonprofit PushBlack, Black History Year covers topics and discussions that are typically left out of history books.

Novelist John Green narrates this course, which is based on the AP European History Course Description and college-level Introduction to Western Civilization curriculum.

Stories of forgotten history.

Well-researched videos about older civilizations, including African and Asian civilizations.