The Black Circus and the Multiplicity of Gazes

a black and white photograph of The Gilbert Troupe, a four person black circus act

While researching African American sideshow musicians for the grant project’s upcoming digital exhibit, it became apparent there was another story that needed to be told: the legacy of Ephraim Williams, the world’s first Black circus owner.

Backing up: one last look at saving your digital records

Postcard featuring an illustration of Old Main

The following post was written by Dr. Jo Ann Rayfield Archives graduate assistant Samantha Wolter as part of our monthlong series on digital archives. Throughout this month, I have given you some quick tips about keeping your digital materials safe and happy. From the cloud to a USB flash drive, there are many ways that

The changing world of archives and digital media

Postcard featuring an illustration of Old Main

The following post was written by Dr. Jo Ann Rayfield Archives graduate assistant Samantha Wolter as part of our monthlong series on digital archives. Throughout the month of February, I will be talking with you about the importance of archiving and providing access to digital media and look at the role digital preservation plays in

POWRR tools for digital preservation

image of a POWRR chart

Patrice-Andre Prud’homme, head of Digital Collections at Milner Library, is part of a statewide team working to provide a guide for those tasked with stewarding digital content. – See more at: http://mediarelations.illinoisstate.edu/report/1415/oct21/index.asp#sthash.8gVgyT8n.dpuf