Scholarly researchers use DPLA to find open access sources from archives across the country through a single portal.

Lifelong learners enjoy browsing by topic and viewing Online Exhibitions to learn more about their interests.

Educators and students explore our Primary Source Sets to discover history and culture through primary sources and ideas for classroom use.

If you’re new to DPLA, these research guides will give you a head start using our site. The guides reflect a few key activities that attract visitors to DPLA, but you can explore many other interests here too.