This 35-minute video introduces formation of The History Trust and use of digital collections for research. It is a recording of a March 2022 presentation to the Hancock County Genealogical Society. Note that we have transferred members’ digital collections to a different online platform. So while the technical specifics have changed, the general information presented remains of interest.
Questions & Answers
Q&A following the presentation to Hancock County Genealogical Society.
Q: If we find a photo are we allowed to download it? Or is there a fee?
A: Most items are available for download, but you will need to check any copyright restrictions recorded and be aware of copyright in general.
Q: Do you take items for your collections? My father brought items home from Stonington, but these items will not be wanted in California.
A: The History Trust does not hold collections: we collaborate to help member organizations preserve and share. We inform our members of items offered so each can evaluate if they might conform to their collections policy. Email: info@historytrust.org.
