FYI - Research Sessions at NYPL

Dear Washington Square scholars:

Thought the following might be of interest.
NYPL regularly runs short sessions (roughly an hour) to introduces patrons to their collections resources, there are several upcoming sessions that are beneficial for our class:

Digital Gotham [check scheduled dates]
Description: Did you know that you can search thousands of images and photographs of “old” New York City for free from your PC? This class will introduce you to a myriad of online resources, many of which are available from your own desktop. From digitized newspapers, magazines, and books to passenger lists, menus, and maps, come discover New York City history through a computer.
Location: Humanities and Social Sciences Library
Prerequisite: Participation in all classes assumes a basic level of computer skill and experience.

Decoding the Art Market [check scheduled dates]
Description: Acquaint yourself with the tools used in the art market for the identification and valuation of fine and decorative art. Become familiar with reference books and databases in the field including biographical dictionaries, auction sale indexes, and catalogues raisonnés. You will learn how to search and interpret auction records while accessing auction catalogs here at the Library.
Location: Humanities and Social Sciences Library
Prerequisite: Participation in all classes assumes a basic level of computer skill and experience.

Investigating New York City Architecture [check scheduled dates]
Description: Researching the architecture of a building in New York City can be difficult and bewildering. This class will introduce print and online resources that can make this process less daunting and more productive. The collections of The New York Public Library will be emphasized, but important resources throughout the metropolitan area will also be introduced.
Location: Humanities and Social Sciences Library
Prerequisite: Participation in all classes assumes a basic level of computer skill and experience.

Check out: www.nypl.org for more information.

ASH