Jessie Ludwig
Here you will find some of my current projects, as well as those I am most proud of from my past few years in libraries.
Most of my projects and current work focus on exhibits, user access & education, Cincinnati local history, and archival principles.
Feel free to scroll and explore my recent projects.
Here you will find some of my current projects, as well as those I am most proud of from my past few years in libraries.
Most of my projects and current work focus on exhibits, user access & education, Cincinnati local history, and archival principles.
Feel free to scroll and explore my recent projects.
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I am currently building a multi-case exhibit highlighting Cincinnati's Brewing History using historical newspapers, ephemera, and other local history resources.
Most Recently Finished Project:
I just finished designing classes for library patrons to teach research skills, assist with genealogy searches, and educate patrons about the Cincinnati Public Library’s holdings.
I am regularly inspired by the great literary and research works of those around me and before me. I also take a lot of inspiration from the art and chaos in my communities.
Goal:
My goal is to empower library users to learn and build their own communities by using and expanding the common goods libraries offer.
Approach:
My approach to projects and my work in general is collaborative and research-heavy, using the resources at my disposal and exploring what already exists to build on.
American Archivists
Advocacy Letter
PDF of SAA Advocacy Letter
and Guidesheets
PDF links on individual project titles
I use many of them for genealogy and database classes I teach to library staff and patrons.
Ancestry
Designed for use in a database class I teach, this guide sheet focuses on the basic functions of Ancestry as well as the built-in tools and research guides.
CHPL Digital Library
As the only in-house-run database for CHPL, the Digital Library holds all scanned material for the whole system. This database is designed to aid in searching and navigating the library as well as highlight some more popular collections.
CHPL Newspaper Databases
Designed to be taught alongside genealogy classes for patrons, this guide sheet focuses on common uses for three common newspaper databases provided by CHPL.
Family Search
Designed for at-home and consistent use of this genealogy database, this guide sheet aims to teach patrons general use as well as advanced features.
Harnessing Google
Made to turn Google into a powerful research tool, this guide sheet teaches users the built-in reference tools provided through a simple search engine.
Heritage Quest
Built for a genealogy class as an introduction to accessing and using a genealogy database, allowing library users to conduct research at home.
ProQuest: African American Heritage
Designed to aid in genealogy research, this guide sheet has become especially useful in its ability to assist in the often difficult task of African American family research.
PDF of Research Proposal
Newspaper LibGuide
Link to LibGuide