The HABS/HAER/HALS Collection at the Library of Congress is primarily made up of measured drawings, large-format photographs, historical reports, and field notes. However, some unique items have been added to the collection over the years. Choose an article below to learn more.
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From the HABS/HAER/HALS Collection: Catalog Cards
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When the Library of Congress updated their cataloging system in the late 1990s, they digitized cards that contained information in addition to cataloging data. Some of these cards, from the HABS/HAER/HALS collection, were illustrated with miniature architectural sketches or included important historical information. Learn more and view the catalog cards in our online gallery.
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From the HABS/HAER/HALS Collection: Watercolor Drawings
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The HABS/HAER/HALS Collection at the Library of Congress includes over 66,000 measured drawings. Of those, 20 use watercolors as a medium, a striking use of color in the collection’s drawing sheets. Many of these watercolors date back to the 1930s. Learn more and view the complete set of watercolors in our gallery.
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Historic American Landscape and Garden Project
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Learn about the Historic American Landscape and Garden Project (1935-40). The project was carried out under the Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) in 1935-40. Sixty years after the project ended, the Historic American Landscapes Survey (HALS) was established.
Last updated: July 13, 2023