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Pennsylvania House of Representatives Archives

October 29, 2025 • Episode 51

In recognition of October being American Archives Month, this episode features a discussion between the JSGC podcast crew and Taylor Mason, the Outreach Archivist from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Archives. Together, we discuss the background of the PA House Archives and how the history and files of the House are preserved. Other topics include the types of materials stored within the archives, research services, recent exhibits, and how archiving is changing in the digital age.

Please visit the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Archives website to explore digital exhibits, historical biographies, and digital collections.

For video content mentioned in this episode, visit the PA House Archives YouTube Channel for oral histories from Pennsylvania House of Representatives members, preservation tips, and spotlights on archived materials.

Music by Joseph McDade. Visit us at http://jsg.legis.state.pa.us/