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This guide provides an overview of tools and basic strategies for conducting library research in Architectural History.
Featured Resource
- designinformResource for research into the history of modern design and the applied arts. Designinform consists of three linked databases: Design Abstracts Retrospective (DAR), Design ProFILES (DP), and ReVIEW.
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Best Bets
Start your architectural history research with these resources.
- Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals Citations from the international architecture literature. Also includes archaeology, city planning, interior design and set design.
- Urban Studies Abstracts Covers trends in urbanization, urban affairs, community development, urban history, housing and real estate, and architecture and urban design.
- ARTstorA database of over 1 million images, including architecture and the built environment.
- JSTOR Searchable backfiles of core journals in the humanities, social sciences and sciences. (Backfiles end 3 - 5 years prior to current date).
Citations
- RefWorks @ VCUEntry point for RefWorks, online citation management software available free to VCU students, staff, faculty, and members of the VCU Alumni Association.
- RefWorks Workshop on BlackboardOpen; no login or enrollment required.
- Citation Styles Research Guide
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