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My Texas! by Patti Morriss Anderson

My Texas is featured in Special Collections' January Mini-Exhibit celebrating Public Domain Month

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A Modern Take on Classic Architecture

Art History student Paula Currie examines local connections to Greco-Roman architectural motifs.

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Special Collections in 2022: 4th Quarterly Review

A look back at highlights from the last quarter of activity in Special Collections

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The Texian Grand March

The Texian Grand March is featured in Special Collections' exhibit, "The Shifting Shapes of Early Texas".

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Special Collections in 2022: 3rd Quarterly Review

A look back at highlights from the last quarter of activity in Special Collections

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We Cannot Forget: The Pattern of Antisemitism throughout History

Architecture Student Cameron Nowell writes a guest post on Antisemitism through time, featuring items from Special Collections.

Tommy Chambers walks on Arlington State College's campus to register for classes in Fall 1962.

"Change is Upon Us": The Documents of UT-Arlington's Integration in 1962

UTA Special Collections shares university records documenting the history of Integration at UT-Arlington, which was announced on July 10, 1962.…

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Special Collections in 2022: 2nd Quarterly Review

A look back at highlights from the last quarter of activity in Special Collections

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Juneteenth Jubilees in Fort Worth

A look back at Juneteenth celebrations in Fort Worth over the last few decades.

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Navigating the 1950 Census

Census Records can offer us vital information on family genealogy and local history. These records can be challenging to navigate and understand,…

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How to Search the UTA Libraries Web Archives

Blog for the "How To" series focused on using online resources to find Special Collections material.

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How to Find Special Collections Materials on Wikimedia Commons

Blog for the "How To" series focused on using online resources to find Special Collections material.