Research at the National Archives

Microfilm and Other Micrographic Formats


Information About Holdings

National Archives holdings include records on microfilm reels, microfiche, and a number of other micrographic formats. These records were either transferred to NARA by the originating agency in that form or converted by NARA for the convenience of preservation and reference of the original record. The latter are released by NARA as part of its Microfilm Publication Program.

Where Microfilm Records are Located:

Washington, DC Area Facilities

Researchers may view the microfilm on-site in the National Archives Building in Washington, D.C. and in College Park, Maryland. The microfilm records located at the National Archives Building in Washington, D.C. are primarily of interest to genealogists.

Regional Archives

Please contact the Regions directly for information about their holdings. Also see each region's Guide to Archival Holdings, which are online and linked to from the Finding Aids page.

Presidential Libraries

Please contact the Presidential Libraries directly for information about their holdings.

Online Resources for information about the records and where to find them

Other Resources


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