NAGARA's 2023 Winter Online Forum

"Fixing the Leaks & Patching the Holes: Filling up Your Archives & Records Management Toolbelt"

This virtual event will feature a lineup of expert speakers and practitioners providing practical insights and real-world examples to help us develop the fundamental tools each of us should have in our toolkit to be successful

(WEBINAR) Understanding Residential School Archival Records

This webinar presentation will focus on Residential School archival records with an emphasis on understanding their context, importance, and uses. REGISTER HERE!

CommunityChat Forums

Have you joined the conversation? NAGARA offers members access to several CommunityChat Forums divided into three categories: General Forums, Affinity Groups, and User Groups. Learn more or enter the Chat Forums here!

IMPORTANT: Our Address & Phone Number Have Changed

We've moved our headquarters and updated our phone number. LEARN MORE and update your records accordingly.

Our Mission

The National Association of Government Archives and Records Administrators (NAGARA) is dedicated to the effective use and management of federal, state, and local government records and information in all formats. We champion good management of government archives and records programs for the benefit of government and its citizens.

Government Archives and Records Administration (GARA) Certificate Program

This certificate program was created to recognize any government officials' achievements in obtaining a knowledge base to help them more effectively care for and manage their records. Check out the application process now!

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NAGARA's Board of Directors »

Who We Are

NAGARA is the preeminent professional association dedicated to the improvement of federal, state, and local government records and information management and the professional development of government records administrators and archivists. With nearly 1,500 members, we're a growing, thriving community of dedicated public servants who perform a vital service to the American people.

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SAVE THE DATE!

There will be “So Much to Discover” at next year's 2023 NAGARA Annual Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio. SAVE THE DATE for July 18-21, 2023!

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Become a Member

NAGARA members enjoy a suite of several membership benefits! From free monthly webinars, to discounts at larger events, to incredible live and virtual networking and collaboration via our CommunityChat Forums, to our Resource Library, Jobs Board, and GARA Certificate Program, members get a big bang from their membership buck!

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Recent News and Articles of Interest

City of Issaquah, WA Selected as Host of 2023 NAGARA Internship Program

Posted on 1/23/2023
NAGARA has selected the City of Issaquah, Washington as the host of the 2023 NAGARA Internship Program... (READ MORE)

AAOTUS: NARA’s Naturalization Ceremonies

Posted on 1/5/2023
On December 15, the voices of nearly 40 people echoed in the Rotunda of the National Archives Building in Washington, DC, reciting the oath of allegiance as they became citizens of the United States. (READ MORE)

NAGARA Reaches 1,500 Members!

Posted on 12/28/2022
NAGARA is excited to announce that it has reached a new all-time membership high of 1,500 members... (READ MORE)

NAGARA Joins CoSA and SAA in Recommending Appointment of Archivists to PCAH

Posted on 12/23/2022

NARA Achieves Significant Milestone While Marching Toward 500M Pages Goal

Posted on 10/28/2022
At the National Archives and Records Administration, our goal is not only to preserve government records but to open up access to them... (READ MORE)

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Thank You to NAGARA's 2023 Corporate Sponsors

STRATEGIC PARTNERS - $17,500

THOUGHT LEADERS - $15,000

CONTRIBUTORS - $4,000