Archives and Libraries in New Jersey The National Archives Northeast Region The National Archives has archival materials used by many teachers and students for history day. In addition, our region has Federal records from New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. You can see our main regional page (National Archives-Northeast Region-New York City) at: http://www.archives.gov/   The New Jersey State Archives Located in the capital city of Trenton, the State Archives is New Jersey's official research center and repository for the preservation of all public records of enduring historical value, spanning 340 years of colonial and state history. The greater part of the Archives' holdings comprises records created by officials, offices, agencies and departments of the colonial and state government. In addition, the Archives has certain county, municipal and federal government records, as well as selected non-governmental records. History teachers and students frequently use primary sources from our collections for National History Day and other research projects. The State Archives' web site is: http://www.njarchives.org/links/archives.html   Library of Congress, American Memory Project The American Memory Project is a digital record of American history, containing documents, maps, photographs, mooving images, sound recordings and memorbilia from American life. The collection of over 5 million items chronicles daily life as well as major events. Searchable by broad subject or keywords. The learning page also includes sample lesson plans and other teaching suggestions. www.memory.loc.gov   Electronic New Jersey, A Digital Archive of New Jersey History This digital archive of New Jersey history provides an in-depth study of the role New Jersey played in the American Revolution, in social protest during the 1960's and 70's, an in other significant historical events. www.scc.rutgers.edu/njh   New Jersey Historical Commission This site contains print and online publications, materials for teachers, links to New Jersey museums and historical societies and related websites. http://newjerseyhistory.org   New Jersey Women's History This site contains facts, images, documents and sample lesson plans are included in this website designed by the Women's Project of New Jersey in collaboration with Rutger's University Libraries and the New Jersey Historical Society. www.scc.rutgers.edu/njwomenshistory   Roebling Online History Archive A self-guided tour of the history of the John A. Roebling's Son's Company, makers of wire rope used in construction of the Brooklyn and George Washington bridges. This website contains oral histories and primary source documents. This is part of the Virtual Invention Factory. www.inventionfactory.com/history   The United States Holocaust Museum The national memorial in Washington, D.C., is a source of documentation, study and interpretation of Holocaust history. This site includes a database, links and museum information. www.ushmm.org