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About Cincinnati State Archives

This is the official blog of the archives of Cincinnati State Technical & Community College. The blog will highlight important photos, documents, exhibits, and other items which chronicle the history of Cincinnati State.

Liveblogging the Civil War?

Check out the latest entry on Cyrus Forwood’s blog! This is a really fantastic use of social media in archives.  I love any new way to make history engaging and accessible!  What do you think about the use of social … Continue reading

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Early advertising ideas

These drafts of brochures are yet another treasure from the vast collection of Ms. Imhoff.  We are humbled here by how outstanding this collection is.

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A little help?

U4S6B11F66P001 – (June 1996) Originally uploaded by Cincinnati State Archives This photo was taken at a Tools for Success event in June of 1996. I wonder if anyone out there can identify the fine folks in this set of photos.Happy … Continue reading

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Facial Hair Friday!

Folder3_1994_089 Originally uploaded by Cincinnati State Archives It’s a gorgeous day outside! I’m so devoted to bringing you these posts that I am here in my basement lair, getting paler by the minute, while you enjoy Facebook from your sunny … Continue reading

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Live-blogging the Civil War (sort of)

This is a terrific use of social media for teaching from archives. Are there any history teachers in the room? Do you ever use primary source materials in your lessons?

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Facial Hair Friday!

Folder1_1992_026 Originally uploaded by Cincinnati State Archives Happy Friday folks! We have a nice long weekend to look forward to. Who is going to the Taste of Cincinnati? As a Downtowner, I will certainly be there. Be safe this weekend!

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Advertising!

Thought I would share this ad for CCST, ca. 1968, today.  We have a really fantastic collection of advertisements in the archives.  They date back to 1966 and are in a variety of formats–film, audio reels, cassettes, print, video, Oh … Continue reading

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Facial Hair Friday!

folder7_nodate010 Originally uploaded by Cincinnati State Archives

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All aboard!

Welcome new friends! This day in 1869 the Transcontinental Railroad was completed.  To celebrate, why don’t you take a listen to this radio ad from 2000 promoting Railroad Conductor Training at Cincinnati State. (Come on! I can’t be the only … Continue reading

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Do you like us? Please tell your friends!

Once we reach our 100 “likes” goal on Facebook we will be announcing a chance to win a 20$ gift certificate for Bakery Hill in the ATLC.  If you already like us, tell your friends about us and help push … Continue reading

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