Events

This event is online only Join us, as we demonstrate how to use maps to research international conflicts where the United States sent armed forces overseas for military action, starting in the 20th century. We will show you how to utilize NYPL's catalogs to locate maps related to international conflicts, locate a place, amidst changes in a location's name and boundaries due to conflicts, and utilize digital resources from NYPL and other reputable institutions. Captioning is provided. If you ha…

This event is online only. Join us, as we show you how to navigate the collection at NYPL's Map Division. You will learn how maps can be utilized in your research and with other materials, how to navigate our catalogs to locate maps effectively, and how to search additional cartographic digital databases. Captioning is provided. If you have a specific accessibility request, please email accessibility@nypl.org at least two weeks before the program date This class is online. Registration is req…

This event is online only. Join us, as we demonstrate how to use the collection at NYPL's Map Division to research local rail transit routes in New York City. In particular, we will focus on NYC's subway system, elevated rails, and commuter rail lines. During this class, we will cover the history of rail transit in New York City, show you how to utilize NYPL's catalogs to locate maps related to these transit lines, and provide examples of how these maps can be utilized as part of your research.…

This event is online only. Join us, as we show you how to research and recreate historic routes with NYPL's collections. You will learn what types of material are useful for researching this topic and how to search for these materials within NYPL's collections. With these tools, you will see how you can utilize this information in genealogy, local history research, writing projects, and many more. Captioning is provided. If you have a specific accessibility request, please email accessibility@…