Still searching for a good topic? Check out some of these sites:
Use the following websites to help you find primary source documents on your topic:
American Memory – This site features one of the most comprehensive collections of documents from American History. An excellent starting point for any topic!
Archival Research Catalog – Conduct a search on your topic and click on the “digital copies” link to see if the National Archives has anything you can use.
National History Day U.S. Links – The website features an extensive list of approved links for research on U.S. History topics.
National History Day World Links – This page features an extensive list of approved World History research sites.
Newspapers
Winona Newspaper Archive – If your topic relates to Minnesota, this site is a must-visit.
New York Times Archive – If your topic took place after 1851, this archive could be of use.
London Times Archive – You can find newspaper articles dating back to 1785 in this free archive.
National Digital Newspaper Program – If your topic took place between 1836 and 1922, use this site to help you find primary source newspaper articles about your topic.
Chronicling America – This site allows you to view newspaper pages from 1880-1910.
Images – When you are ready to look for images or artwork on your topic, use the following websites:
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