August 5th is the first Monday of the month! That means it is First Monday over at NYAM and you are invited to come take a look at items from our collection. No reservation is required for this free tour. Meet in the NYAM lobby at 1216 Fifth Ave at noon on Monday. #NYAMHistory

In the era of rapidly evolving information tools, in an age of great distrust in information, what is now the best role for historical libraries with extensive collections in print? Join us, in-person or virtually, on 09/25 for discussion: nyam.org/events/event/f… #NYAMHistory

This Summer, the NYAM Library hosted our first-ever Public Engagement Intern! As part of her internship, she was asked to produce a blog post on a topic of her own choosing. We are happy to share her look inside the Margaret Barclay Wilson Collection: nyamcenterforhistory.org/2024/08/15/cho…

When a black cat crosses your path, you may get scared. Maybe it makes you feel lucky. If you happen to see one tomorrow, make sure you let them know you appreciate them. Why? It happens to be National Black Cat Appreciation Day! #NYAMHistory #BlackCatAppreciationDay

There are quite a few foods that taste great boiled, baked, mashed, or fried. How many of those can claim they remain delicious through whatever means they are prepared? This is why on August 19th we celebrate the almighty potato with #NationalPotatoDay!

Final reminder! There is less than a week left to apply to our two annual Fellowships. These in-house scholars are meant to support the advancement of research in the history of medicine and public health. For information, head to: nyam.org/fellows-grants… #NYAMHistory

10 years ago, a conference explored "Historical Medical Libraries in the Digital Age.” Today, with AI advances and growing skepticism toward scholarship and science, what role should libraries play? Join researchers and experts as they discuss. nyam.org/events/event/f…

A holiday so nice that you can celebrate it twice! August 22nd marks the second of two celebrations marking #ToothFairyDay. The other is, of course, February 28th. You don't have to believe in the power of the Tooth Fairy to celebrate, though it doesn't hurt. #NYAMHistory

Hospitals are busy places. In order for them to operate properly, you need a skilled group of people making sure there is harmony. You can thank the Health Unit Coordinators for this! August 23rd marks #HealthUnitCoordinatorsDay. #NYAMHistory

You work hard. You deserve a break. That was the thrust behind the American labor movement's idea to celebrate labor at the end of the 19th century. The fruits of their labor gave us Labor Day, the unofficial end of Summer. #NYAMHistory #LaborDay

On Thursday, September 12th, the NYAM's section on Healthy Aging invites you for a panel discussion with experts and community leaders about society's need for social connection and how it can help advance health at the local and national levels! nyam.org/events/event/j…

Join the exclusive premiere of the much-anticipated new film, Reading the Body: Body Politic, at The New York Academy of Medicine on Monday September 16th. There will be an ASL interpreter for the entirety of the event and the film will be captioned. Follow the link below to register for free.

Today's got us smiling from ear to ear. It's Beyoncé's birthday! #Beyoncé aka Queen Bey is the keeper of her legion of fans, known as the #BeyHive. What better day than to look at more bee-related items from our collection. #NYAMHistory

In our latest blog post, Public Engagement Librarian, Anthony talks about his week this summer spent at CalRBS in a course taught by Allie Alvis (on 💙sky too)! Read about it here: nyamcenterforhistory.org/2024/09/05/how…

With the first week in September down, we are inching closer to our conference , "Emerging Roles for Historical Medical Libraries: Value in the Digital Age." The free event will take place both in-person and virtually on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. nyam.org/events/event/f…

Established in 2003 by the World Health Organization (World Health Organization (WHO) ) and the International Association for Suicide Prevention(International Association for Suicide Prevention ), September 10th marks World Suicide Prevention Day. This year's theme asks all of us to "Change the Narrative" and #StartTheConversation.

We're not sure if we've said it lately but we love New York! Who doesn't? When people think of America, their mind goes straight to New York City. Often specifically, Lady Liberty. She represents the welcoming open-mind and open-heart that New York City, and America, represents.

There's less than two weeks until our conference "Emerging Roles for Historical Medical Libraries: Value in the Digital Age." The event will take place both in-person and virtually on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Sign up today over at nyam.org/events/event/f… #NYAMHistory