Scrapbooks

The scrapbook is one of the few types of archival materials created for the purpose of preserving the memory of an individual, organization, or event. Often comprised of photographs, newspaper clippings, and annotations, scrapbooks can offer valuable information about the past but are also susceptible to a loss of material caused by inadequate adhesive or items sticking together.

Scrapbooks themselves are considered to be primary sources because of the way they are compiled. Sometimes, however, items within the scrapbook may be secondary sources.

Women's Senior Honor Society of the University of Maryland Memory Book, 1929-34

The page features Eleanor Baumel who served as president of the society from 1930-1931 and was also noted for her role as the president of the Women's Student Government Association.

Papers of Adele H. Stamp, Special Collections, University of Maryland Libraries