January 2026 eUpdate

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In Honor of MLK Jr. Day

Check Out Some of the Civil Rights Collection at the NYS Archives

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DAR Funds Rev War Era Records Project

A digitization project funded by the NYS Organization, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has begun on recently discovered records!

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This project involves digitization and development of educational materials for the New York State Archives' first volume of Journals of the Auditor General, 1775-1785 – a series consisting of two journals illustrating the variety of expenditures and receipts of New York's government during the Revolutionary War including reimbursements to average citizens for their contributions to the war effort.

Many of the recorded transactions document Revolutionary War activities of the new state government and its citizens. The type of information presented within these records is crucial to understanding the day-to-day activities during this time and the complex environment of Revolutionary-era New York State and further represents an important step toward preserving and sharing the documentary heritage of the colonial period with scholars, educators, and beyond across the Empire State. By digitizing this material, the project supports the long-term preservation of these records while expanding access for scholars, educators, and the public interested in the formation and administration of New York State.

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Film studies students at UAlbany visited in the New York State Archives this semester to review film censorship records. (Photo by Zach Durocher)

UAlbany Students Explore Film Censorship at the New York State Archives

Students in UAlbany’s film studies minor recently gained hands-on experience with original motion picture scripts, censorship records, and production files during a visit to the New York State Archives’ Motion Picture Division.

The Archives holds one of the world’s most extensive collections of film censorship materials, offering rare insight into the legal, cultural, and political forces that influenced American cinema.

With guidance from Archives staff and faculty experts, students learned how archivists preserve sensitive materials while making them accessible for research.

New Year, New Digital Collection

We’re excited to share that the Archives Partnership Trust has recently refreshed the New York Archives digital magazine collection, making it easier than ever to browse, search, and enjoy past issues online.

Current subscribers now have full access to our complete digital archive in its new, improved format. We encourage active subscribers to explore the updated collection soon to ensure uninterrupted access ahead of our upcoming winter issue. Please note that as of January 1, 2026, the previous digital access link will no longer be available.

Not yet a subscriber? Subscribing now unlocks full digital access to every past issue of New York Archives, along with future issues as they’re released.

If you experience any issues or have questions, please contact us at aptrust@nysed.gov.

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Upcoming Events

Congratulations to the OIG on its 40th Anniversary!

Save the Date!

Please join us for this very special event "Illustrious Strangers at 250 Inspectors General and The American Democratic Tradition" on Wednesday January 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

More info to come!

Online Speaker Series

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Previous Recordings

Opening the Airways

Join New York State Archives' Jasmine Bumpers and Jamie Brinkman as they share the story of Dorothy Franklin and Patricia Banks: two women who fought for inclusion in the air and broke the color barrier in the sky.

LOOK AT THIS: Canal Maps & Plans

Canals, cartography, and cartoons! In our first video in the #LooksAtThis series Archivist Samantha Mahoski shares some nineteenth century maps of the Erie Canal and talks about how those maps help us understand how profoundly the canal changed New York.

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A new year means more stories to uncover!

Our cover story is of two incredible women who fought for inclusion in the air and broke the color barrier in the sky.

Now subscribers have full digital access to all of our past magazines.

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A new season brings a new issue of Archives Jr! that explores the history of the Black Watch in New York, tracing how Scottish soldiers and settlers connected to the regiment made their way to New York State.

Remember, FREE copies of Archives Jr! are available to any educator or student in New York State.

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When at the Cultural Education Center

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Recapping December's

Archives Adventures

Last month, NYS Archives’ own Emily Allen joined "Archive Adventures" to spotlight the Harriman Christmas collection, which is also available through the NYS Archives Digital Collections.

Check out this card from from Winston Churchill to Governor Averell Harriman!

Don't forget to check out the January schedule below. New topics weekly.

Archie's

Investigation Station

Thursdays Weekly - 10:30 am

Kids Cove | Free

Dive into the world of Archie the Jr! Archivist. Come explore a fun learning activity inspired by an issue of New York Archives Magazine, where students can discover fascinating history, analyze primary sources, and engage with interactive projects!

Adventures

Thursdays Weekly - 11:00 am

Discovery Place | Free

Curious about New York's past?
Come uncover the stories behind the state's history— one document at a time!

Each session offers a peek into New York State’s rich and surprising history through carefully chosen original documents, photographs, and videos.

An expert archivist will be on hand to share stories, answer your questions, and reveal how we uncover and preserve the past. You never know what fascinating piece of history you’ll discover!

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New York State Archives

The Archives Research Room is open by appointment Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 4pm, as are our e-mail and telephone reference services. To make an appointment, call (518) 474-8955 or for assistance or guidance with our records, email archref@nysed.gov.

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New York Archives Partnership Trust, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, supports education, preservation, and outreach programs not funded by the state in order to make accessible archives from nearly 400 years of New York's colonial and state governments. Visit us at nysarchivestrust.org and considerthesourceny.org.