Finding Aids

What is a finding aid?

A finding aid is a critical tool used in archives to help researchers, historians, and the general public locate and understand the materials held within a collection. It serves as a detailed guide or inventory that provides context, structure, and access points to the archival materials. A finding aid is a roadmap that navigates users through the materials of an archive.

Finding aids are essential for making archival collections accessible and usable. They bridge the gap between the physical organization of materials and the intellectual needs of researchers, enabling efficient discovery and interpretation of historical records. Whether in print or digital form, finding aids are a vital resource for researchers and visitors. Below, we have a list of finding aids for the Sisters of Selma collection and for additional related resources.

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