This guide provides resources for students conducting research in the Museum Studies Certificate. Here's how to use it:
- The Trade Catalogs page lists archives of digitized trade catalogs, which can be helpful for understanding the manufacturing history and the cultural context of museum objects.
- On the UNI and Cedar Falls History page, find local archives and organizations that can help you discover the stories behind UNI artifacts.
- The Museum Searches page contains Google tricks that will help you efficiently locate information on museum websites.
- If you're in search of additional primary sources, refer to the General Primary Sources, Historical Newspaper Finder, or Historical Magazine Finder pages.
- When it's time to look for secondary sources, check out the Secondary Sources page for "best bet" databases, historical journal lists, and search techniques.
- If you find a helpful resource that UNI does not have access to, you can always request it for free through interlibrary loan.
- And if you reach a major stumbling block in your research, please reach out to your librarian. We're always happy to help.
