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Collections and Library
The Civil War from Gettysburg to Appomattox
President Lincoln visits the new exhibition.
Beekeepers and Bank Robbers
We are discovering some interesting stories with our new newspaper database!
Stuff of Life: Bowling Trophies and Gadgets
Assigning value to things left behind.
Defining a History High
A simple discovery in the IHS vault brings a smile.
Governor Morton: Much Heralded But Not Elected
Oliver P. Morton was not elected to be governor in 1860, but became governor after his predecessor served only two days as the 13th governor of Indiana.
A Letter to Grandma
The bond between grandmother and grandchild has been around throughout history.
Man Once Thought Dead Elected Governor
In the Fall of 1928, the people of Indiana elected a man thought dead more than 25 years prior to his running for office.
Have You Ever Read a Book by a Ghost?
October is a time to enjoy fall leaves, fall weather and curling up on a couch with a good book – perhaps one written by a spirit will do.
The Narcissus, Squealer and Tattler, Too!
Yearbooks can be a great tool for research.
Calling All Corn Cultivator Experts
Labeling your images can not only help you in the future, they can help librarians, too.
How Will Your Diary Help Historians?
Diaries from the past offer a unique view on this day in 1865.
A Dial-Up Librarian Enters the Blogosphere
What a great way to share some of our hidden gems!
