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Welcome to the GCAH Digital Catalog
We are excited to introduce our new online catalog, designed to make exploring our collections easier than ever before. Our digital archive provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface that allows researchers, historians, and casual visitors to discover the rich history preserved within the records of the United Methodist Church.
Important: The General Commission on Archives and History is closed for research services until the end of 2025. All physical and digital donations, unless previously agreed upon, ended on June 1. All research requests and visits ceased on July 1. This closure is to facilitate an inventory of GCAH Collections. It is anticipated that Research Services will resume in 2026. Please do not submit Clipboard requests at this time.
Discover Our Collections
Our growing digital repository includes a wide range of materials:
- Historical Documents: Explore records that chronicle the evolution of the United Methodist Church.
- Photographs and Multimedia: View images and digital artifacts that capture moments of our shared heritage.
- Finding Aids and Processing Reports: Access detailed descriptions and background information to help guide your research.
For Researchers
Whether you are conducting scholarly research or simply have a curiosity about church history, our catalog is designed to meet your needs. Use our search tools and browse features to navigate through topics, dates, and document types. We are committed to making our archives accessible and transparent, offering insight into the historical and cultural contexts that have shaped our denomination.
Click here to visit our Help page featuring guides and tutorials for using our online catalog.
Click here to view additional GCAH resources.
Thank you for visiting our digital archives. We look forward to sharing the journey of our past and preserving it for the future. Enjoy exploring the treasures of the General Commission on Archives & History.
