The American Antiquarian Society (AAS) is an independent research library founded in 1812 in Worcester, Massachusetts. The library's collections document the life of America's people from the colonial era through the Civil War and Reconstruction.

New at AAS

A View of AAS at 200

A new online resource, The American Antiquarian Society, 1812-2012: A View at the Bicentennial, is now available.

Bicentennial History

The American Antiquarian Society, 1812-2012: A Bicentennial History, by Philip F. Gura, has recently been published.

Notice for Returning Readers

AAS has migrated to an automated special collection management system— My Web AAS. After April 30, all readers using collection material or requesting copies will need to have an online account.