Massachusetts Historical Society / National Endowment for the Humanities (MHS-NEH) - Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

Reference Services

Information on accessing MHS library resources remotely, including personal assistance, digital collections, publications, subscription databases, and microforms.

Virtual Reference and Chat Services

Access virtual reference interviews via Zoom or live chat with Reader Services staff. Contact library@masshist.org to schedule appointments.

Vital Records for Massachusetts Ancestors

Information on locating vital records (birth, marriage, death) for ancestors in Massachusetts, with guidance for different time periods and locations.

Why does the online catalog, ABIGAIL, keep timing out or showing blank pages?

FAQ page addressing issues with the ABIGAIL online catalog timing out or showing blank pages. Includes troubleshooting links and a form to submit reference questions.

How do we determine if a property is on the MHS listing - LibAnswers

FAQ answering how to determine if a property is on the MHS listing. Directs users to the Massachusetts Historical Commission and MACRIS.

Why is access to the online catalog, ABIGAIL, "forbidden" on my browser?

Troubleshooting guide for browser access issues to the MHS online catalog, ABIGAIL. Provides steps to resolve "forbidden" messages.

How do I use the online collection guides to request materials?

Instructions on using online collection guides to request materials from the Massachusetts Historical Society, including ABIGAIL catalog and Portal1791.

Massachusetts Historical Society - Updates & Events

Announcements page for Massachusetts History Day, featuring news on state funding and other updates.

Massachusetts Historical Society: Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions for the Massachusetts Historical Society, covering general information, contact details, hours, admission, research, and donations.

Library FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the Massachusetts Historical Society library policies, access, collections, and online tools. Includes contact information and library hours.

Why is access to the online catalog, ABIGAIL, "forbidden" on my browser?

FAQ about browser access issues to the MHS online catalog, ABIGAIL, due to security measures. Provides troubleshooting steps and contact information.

MHS Reproductions FAQ

Answers questions about obtaining reproductions of materials held in the Massachusetts Historical Society's collection, including types of reproductions and how to order them.

Massachusetts Historical Society: Long-Term Research Fellowships

Information on the MHS-NEH Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. Note: The fellowship will not be offered for the 2026-2027 cycle.

Past and Current MHS Long-Term Fellowship Recipients

List of scholars who received support through the MHS-NEH Long-term Fellowship Program, organized by academic year.

MHS Collections - Massachusetts Historical Society

Explore digitized volumes of the Collections of the Massachusetts Historical Society from 1792-1939, organized by series and numbered volumes. Links to PDF tables of contents are available.

Research Fellows Alumni Network

Connect with the Massachusetts Historical Society, update contact info, share news, and support research fellowships. Benefits for former fellows are listed.

Collections of the Massachusetts Historical Society - Library Catalog

Catalog record for the 'Collections of the Massachusetts Historical Society' periodical, detailing its format, publisher, description, and reproduction notes.

ABIGAIL: MHS Online Catalog

Error message indicating the process timed out. Provides options to perform a new search or return to the MHS home page.

MHS-NEH Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship PDF

Details for the Massachusetts Historical Society / National Endowment for the Humanities Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. Outlines fellowship purpose, duration, and benefits.

MHS-NEH Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship PDF

Details for the Massachusetts Historical Society / National Endowment for the Humanities Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. Outlines fellowship purpose, eligibility, and application process.

Massachusetts Historical Society / NEH Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

Details for the MHS-NEH Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, including eligibility, award amount, and application process.

MHS-NEH Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship PDF

Details about the Massachusetts Historical Society / National Endowment for the Humanities Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, including eligibility and application information.

MHS-NEH Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship PDF

Details for the Massachusetts Historical Society / National Endowment for the Humanities Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, including purpose, eligibility, and application information.

MHS-NEH Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship PDF

Details for the Massachusetts Historical Society / National Endowment for the Humanities Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. Outlines fellowship purpose, eligibility, and application process.

MHS-NEH Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship PDF

Details for the Massachusetts Historical Society / National Endowment for the Humanities Long-Term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. Includes information on the fellowship's purpose and scope.

NHD Manual de Reglas Para Competencias

Official rulebook for National History Day (NHD) competitions, outlining rules, categories, divisions, and how to participate from school to national levels.

Website Evaluation Form

Podcast Evaluation Form

A form to evaluate a podcast, likely for feedback or quality assessment purposes. No scholarship information is present.

Project Limits per School

Document outlining project limits per school, likely for administrative or data management purposes. No scholarship details are present.

Exhibit Project Checklist

Checklist for National History Day exhibit projects, detailing rules for topic relevance, size, word count, media use, and required written materials like title pages, process papers, and annotated bibliographies.

Documentary Evaluation Form

A PDF form for evaluating historical documentaries, focusing on historical quality and clarity of presentation, with criteria for argument, research, accuracy, and technical aspects.

Documentary Project Checklist

Checklist for students creating documentaries for National History Day, outlining rules for content, format, and written materials.

NHD Contest Rule Book

National History Day (NHD) Contest Rule Book details rules for all NHD contests, from regional to national levels. It covers participation, entry preparation, categories, and evaluation.

Paper Project Checklist

Checklist for students preparing historical papers for the National History Day competition, detailing requirements for content, formatting, and submission.

Performance Project Checklist

Checklist for National History Day performance projects, detailing rules for topic relevance, research, performance length, and written materials like process papers and bibliographies.

Website Project Checklist

Checklist for creating and submitting a National History Day website project, outlining rules for content, format, and written materials.

Project Categories & Requirements

Information on project categories and requirements for Massachusetts History Day, including links to specific project types and helpful resources.

MHS Reproductions FAQ

Answers questions about obtaining reproductions of materials from the Massachusetts Historical Society's collection, including types of reproductions and how to request them.

Does the MHS provide materials through interlibrary loan (ILL)?

Information on the Massachusetts Historical Society's interlibrary loan policy, primarily for microfilm, and how to submit requests.

How do I request to view materials at the MHS?

Instructions on how to request materials from the Massachusetts Historical Society library, including establishing a user account and using online catalogs and collection guides.