Indiana Archives Launches Research Indiana Catalog

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 3, 2017

INDIANA ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION LAUNCHES RESEARCH INDIANA CATALOG

INDIANAPOLIS – A new online catalog connects researchers to the millions of records housed within the collections of the Indiana Archives. The Research Indiana Catalog simplifies the process of searching the Archives’ collection by providing listings of more than a quarter of a million holdings. Some of these commonly sought-after materials include Indiana military, immigration, institutional and vital records.

Like many historical institutions, the Indiana Archives faced the challenge of making historical and governmental information more accessible while preserving fragile and irreplaceable materials. Research Indiana Catalog is the culmination of a three and a half year project to organize, preserve and make available the Archives’ extensive collections. For the first time, Archives staff, researchers, and the public are now able to view the catalog from anywhere via any device.

“It’s been a long process. We are excited to provide significantly greater access to the Indiana Archives and allow the public to research Indiana as well as find their own story,” said Jim Corridan, Executive Director of the Indiana Archives and Records Administration and State Archivist.

Powered by AXAEM, an open source application, the Research Indiana Catalog automates both archival and records management processes, describes records of all types, provides the public with access to government records retention schedules and provides agency histories.

The Research Indiana Catalog provides access to record groups and series information in a more user-friendly, integrated way. The Archives online catalog has several search features designed to enhance the patron’s experience. The Container Search (inventory) feature allows researchers to find each individual item in the collections. The Series Search (record series) feature allows users to search through the types of items in the Archives’ collections. The Entity Search feature allows consumers to research records by the government agency or organization.

To explore the Research Indiana Catalog, visit www.ResearchIndiana.iara.in.gov.  

About the Indiana Archives and Records Administration
The Indiana Archives and Records Administration collects records of historical value from all branches of Indiana state and local government, including governmental history, census and naturalization records for families, selected medical, military and criminal records, records of land ownership, maps, blueprints and photographs. Visit the Search Archives Holdings page for a detailed listing, including links to online exhibits and electronic indexes of selected records where available, or visit the Archives in person at 6440 East 30th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46219.

Media Contact
Sam Alderfer
Director of Communications
Indiana Archives and Records Administration
O: 317-232-4530
C: 317-833-2514
salderfer@iara.in.gov

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