Columbia University Oral History Research Office

The Columbia University Oral History Research Office specializes in collecting and preserving interviews with individuals who have experienced significant historical events or developments. Through recorded conversations, it captures personal stories and insights that aren’t always found in written records. These oral histories help researchers, students, and the public better understand history from diverse perspectives, providing a rich, firsthand account of various social, political, and cultural moments. The office’s work contributes to the preservation of historical memory and promotes a deeper, nuanced understanding of the past.