A finding aid is a guide that helps you understand what’s inside a collection of archived materials. Think of it like a table of contents or a map. It shows you what kinds of documents are included, who created them, when they were made, and how the collection is organized.

These tools are especially helpful if you’re doing research about AHF’s history, campaigns, people, or programs. Each PDF below gives you a detailed overview of a specific archival collection.

Why Use a Finding Aid?

• To find materials related to a specific event, program, or time period
• To understand how the materials are organized before you request access
• To support research, writing, or presentations about AHF’s work