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*Archives collect and preserve original documents of organizations such as churches or governments. Libraries generally collect published sources such as books, maps, and microfilm. | *Archives collect and preserve original documents of organizations such as churches or governments. | ||
*If you plan to visit a repository, contact them and ask for information about their collection, hours, services, and fees. Ask if they require you to have a | |||
==Libraries== | |||
*Libraries generally collect published sources such as books, maps, and microfilm. | |||
==Before You Visit== | |||
*If you plan to visit a repository, contact them and ask for information about their collection, hours, services, and fees. | |||
Ask if they require you to have a researcher card (a paper indicating you are a responsible researcher) to view the records, and ask how to obtain one. | |||
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