History Research
For Authors, Documentarians, & Other Content Creators
We support journalists, scholars, and authors looking for deeper research in their topic area.
Research includes:
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Genealogy or local history research
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Archival research
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Fact-checking existing research
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Multimedia acquisition and permissions
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Past projects include books, magazine articles, journalistic endeavors, documentaries, and other public content.
​Deliverables:​ Project-dependent
Delivery method: Digital delivery. Digital images are transferred via shared drive or external hard drive, and paper reports are available for an added fee
​Estimated timeframe: Project-dependent
Cost: Hourly fee ($75) or project fee* (project-dependent), 10% discount for returning clients
*A more accurate estimate will be provided after consultation.
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More details:
In-depth historical research to inform your book or multimedia project. We will develop a research plan to locate useful primary source materials, including rare documents, photographs, and artefacts relevant to your project. We provide expert guidance in navigating complex archives collections, helping to uncover hidden connections and little-known facts that enrich your story. We can also assist in verifying historical details and contextualizing information, ensuring the accuracy and depth of the final work. We can locate and validate primary and secondary sources, ensuring accuracy and credibility including verification of historical details, dates, and claims, reducing the risk of errors in your final project.
"Vicki is a very knowledgeable and responsive researcher. She readily unearthed a set of key photos and documents that elevated our PBS documentary series up."