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GEORGE J. MITCHELL DEPARTMENT OF
RESEARCH GUIDES
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES

Genealogical Resources in Special Collections & Archives

Military, land, family, and other genealogical resources related to Bowdoin alumni and others associated with the College

Welcome

Introduction

Special Collections & Archives contains a broad range of genealogical resources, especially related to the College's faculty, staff, and alumni.  This guide lists sources within the College's own archives as well as relevant manuscript collections. Please consult the online catalog for further resources, including those in the Library's circulating collection.

About Us

About the George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives

The George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives (SC&A) collects, preserves, and makes available unique rare books, manuscripts, historical College records, and increasingly, digital collections. Students, scholars, and all with an interest are invited to explore and learn from these world-class collections through their own research as well as our varied exhibits, instructional sessions, and public programs.