The Municipal Archives (MA) at the Department of Records and Information Services acquires, preserves, and provides access to City government records. Municipal Archives Collections processed in 2015, and Municipal Archives Collections processing metrics
The Municipal Archives (MA) at the Department of Records and Information Services acquires, preserves, and provides access to City government records. Municipal Archives Collections processed in 2016, and Municipal Archives Collections processing metrics
The New York City Municipal Archives provides the Archival Review Board a report outlining the program unit's work including Appraisals and Accessions, Collections Management, Conservation and Preservation, Digital Programs, and Reference and Research Services.
As one of the largest municipal archival collections in North America, we strive to fulfill our mission to broaden access and insure preservation of New York City's historical assets.
The Municipal Archives (MA) at the Department of Records and Information Services acquires, preserves, and provides access to City government records. Established in 1977, the department oversees more than 220,000 cubic feet of historical records.
The New York City Archives, Reference, and Research Board (ARRAB) had been inactive for a number of years prior to being re-instated in 2017. The first meeting of the re-instated Board was held in May, 2017. This is the 2018 report of the Board.
The Archives, Reference and Research Advisory Board, is pleased to present this annual report for 2021. Mandated by the New York City Charter, Chapter 72, Section 3009, our board appointed by the Mayor to advise the Commissioner on matters and report annually to the Mayor.