http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/ en Copyright 2009 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification ]]> http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/10/colored-worlds-fair-card.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/10/colored-worlds-fair-card.html Colored World's Fair N.E. Clarke Montie Pearson Employer's Pass Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:00:00 -0500 Are you interested in investigating your roots? Genealogical research allows you to find out the history of your family. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/09/finding-family.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/09/finding-family.html archives census detective techniques family genealogy historical research history information investigation library sources Thu, 03 Sep 2009 09:56:54 -0500 In this weeks episode, History Detective Eduardo Pagan, investigated a portrait painted in a German POW camp during World War Two and the American soldier who painted it. You can use the following tips to investigate combatants in many US conflicts. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/fighting-forebears.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/fighting-forebears.html archives detective techniques historical research history information investigation library mi military sources Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:09:02 -0500 In this week's episode, History Detective Elyse Luray investigated some mural studies that may be connected to President Roosevelt's New Deal arts program. Elyse's search required her to find out more about the artist and led to some interesting connections to the celebrated Mexican mural painter Diego Rivera. You can find out more about the story [here](http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/investigations/709_mural.html). http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/an-old-master-or-just-a-paint-by-number.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/an-old-master-or-just-a-paint-by-number.html analyzing art detective techniques diy investigation research tips Mon, 24 Aug 2009 06:19:45 -0500 This week History Detectives investigated some old letters and their connection to Liberia, Africa. The investigation called on Tukufu Zuberi to examine the letters to determine if a contributor's ancestor had made it to Liberia from late 19th century America. If you have a document that needs examination, where can you start? http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/see-the-signs.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/see-the-signs.html authenticity detective techniques document examination historical research information investigation Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:00:49 -0500 Appraising an object is the first stop on the investigation trail, which is why there are two professional appraisers on the History Detectives team: Wes and Elyse. An appraisal is a formal estimation of the provenance, veracity, significance, and in some cases, value of something. It's a job that requires skill and experience, but there are a few techniques you can follow to get the most out of examining an object up close. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/take-a-closer-look.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/take-a-closer-look.html appraising authenticity detective techniques fair market value historical research information investigation library provenance Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:51:47 -0500 Researching a person often leads to surprising and exciting revelations. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/skeletons-in-the-closet.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/08/skeletons-in-the-closet.html archives detective techniques finding historical research information investigation library people photographs Mon, 03 Aug 2009 06:33:45 -0500 Are you curious about the history of a building? Maybe you want to know the story lying within the walls of your home? http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/07/be-a-house-detective.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/07/be-a-house-detective.html archives detective techniques experts finding historical research information investigation library photographs Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:33:33 -0500 At History Detectives we are often asked to examine photographs to determine their age, origin, subject, content or authenticity. Historical photos can provide a wonderful glimpse into the past, but in order to draw the right conclusion you need to pay attention to the smallest details. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/07/know-the-rogues-gallery.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/07/know-the-rogues-gallery.html archives detective techniques experts finding historical research information investigation library photographs Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:13:33 -0500 Experts are a crucial source of information for a History Detectives investigation, and we regularly consult specialists in a variety of fields. Our experts include academics, researchers, historians and authors from all over America. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/07/locating-an-expert.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/07/locating-an-expert.html archives detective techniques experts finding historical research information investigation library Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:19:45 -0500 You can use the same techniques carried out by ballistics experts to find out the story behind weapons and bullets. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/07/ballistics-aiming-to-find-out.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/07/ballistics-aiming-to-find-out.html Tue, 07 Jul 2009 17:30:28 -0500 Digging up a patent can shed light on objects you are investigating, and often make for very interesting reading. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/06/searching-for-the-patently-obvious.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/06/searching-for-the-patently-obvious.html archives detective techniques historical research information investigation library patents sources Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:16:33 -0500 When starting a historical investigation you need to begin with the basics - good, solid research. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/06/digging-in-deep.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/06/digging-in-deep.html archives detective techniques historical research information investigation library sources Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:30:10 -0500 This season we're opening up History Detectives to you, our audience, with our brand new DIY Investigations section. http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/06/get-involved-with-history-detectives.html http://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/diyinv/2009/06/get-involved-with-history-detectives.html DIY history detectives investigations tips trick Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:56:00 -0500