Just a gentle reminder...that today's the day!!

WHO?

Student Archivists at Maryland

WHAT?

5th Annual Americana Festival:
"A Celebration of Culture and Memory,"
"History Detectives"
http://www.studentorg.umd.edu/sam/Americana2008.html



WHERE?

McKeldin Library Room 6137

WHEN?

Monday, October 6th, 2008
5:00pm—8:00pm

WHY?

This year's conference will show how different researchers can
unlock the secrets of our past through the documentary record
preserved in archives. The three speakers featured this year will take
us on their paths of historical detective work and also elaborate upon
how they share these stories with the public through their different
media.

HOW MUCH?

Suggested $3 Donation

Refreshments will be served, along with live music, during the Reception from
5:00—5:45pm. Presentations from three noted speakers will begin at 6:00pm.

Student Archivists at Maryland is the student chapter of the Society
of American Archivists at the University of Maryland. The purpose of
this organization is to develop archival skills and to promote
awareness of social responsibilities in order to encourage student
participation in archival affairs.
This event is co-sponsored by the University of Maryland Libraries.