The First Continental Congress Convenes – Pieces of History
In celebration of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, we’re focusing on key events in the history of independence. Today’s post looks at
The Nixon-Sampson Agreement – Pieces of History
Today’s post comes from Laurel Gray, a processing intern with the Textual Division at the National Archives in Washington, DC. It’s the first in a
Illuminating the National Archives Building – Pieces of History
Seventy years ago, the National Archives Building’s exterior was illuminated for the very first time. National Archives Building lit up for the very first time,
The National Archives Building’s Landmark Plaque – Pieces of History
On August 22, 2024, the National Archives Building’s National Historic Landmark Plaque is being unveiled. Visit National Archives News and the National Archives History websites
World Elephant Day – Pieces of History
Today’s post comes from Thomas Richardson, an expert archives technician at the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) in St. Louis, Missouri. They’re the largest land
Nixon Resigns – Pieces of History
August 8, 2024, marks the 50th anniversary of Richard Nixon’s resignation as President of the United States. Today’s post is an update of Emma Rothberg’s
U.S. Naval Torpedo Station – Pieces of History
For nearly 20 years the National Archives’ Alexandria Federal Records Center was housed in the former U.S. Naval Torpedo station located on Alexandria’s waterfront. A
Protecting the National Archives – Pieces of History
When architect John Russell Pope was designing the National Archives Building, he included numerous symbolic elements to convey the ideas of protection. Around the building
U.S. Servicemembers at the 1984 Olympic Games – Pieces of History
As the 2024 Summer Olympics approaches, we’re having an #ArchivesHashtagParty: #ArchivesGoForGold! Join us on Friday, July 12, 2024, to celebrate all achievers, from Olympic champions
Celebrating America’s Demisemiseptcentennial – Pieces of History
As we look forward to the upcoming 250th anniversary of our nation in 2026, we’re looking back at the 175th anniversary celebration in 1951. For