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Reference Tools - Proxy Researchers
Due to staffing constraints, the Center's staff is not able to provide in-depth research services as part of its reference function. Only simple, ready reference queries can be addressed via correspondence and telephone.
The proxy researchers listed below have requested that their names be given to people who are unable to visit the Center in person to conduct extensive research. Inclusion within this list does not imply endorsement by The Center for American History, nor does the Center assume responsibility for arrangements made with these researchers. The Center for American History will not recommend researchers. Please contact these researchers directly concerning fees and arrangements.
| Susan Burneson (512) 459-9613 nimbus@austin.rr.com |
Journalism degree with more than 25 years of experience as a researcher, writer, editor, and publication designer. Genealogical and historical specialties include: Texas, Louisiana, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, Civil War. On-site (will travel) and online research; oral history interviews; photo scanning and retouching; family databases; individual, family, and community histories and other publications. | ||
| Diana Claitor (512) 983-3446 dclaitor@earthlink.net |
Researcher/editor/writer with 20 years experience researching images and documents in Texas libraries, as well as archives in Washington D.C., Louisiana and Ireland. Client list includes biographers, publishers and online database companies; extensive experience with documentary and feature filmmakers. Specializes in Texas history/culture. Will travel. | ||
| Ralph L. Elder (512) 453-6927 dcbelder@austin.rr.com Ralph.L.Elder@gmail.com |
Possesses a B.A. degree in History/Political Science and M.L.S. degree in Library Science; over 30 years experience as professional archivist/librarian; long-time former Head of Public Services and Assistant Director at the Barker Texas History Center/Dolph Briscoe Center for American History. Familiarity with all Austin-area libraries and archives; exhaustive knowledge of all holdings at the Briscoe Center for American History. Specialties include U. S., Texas, and University of Texas history. | ||
| Ann Gaines (830) 437-2356 rosie@gvtc.com |
Writer and picture researcher, former librarian and staff member at CAH. Besides doing research in CAH's printed collections, will also handle requests requiring research in special collections, including manuscripts, newspapers, microfilm and photographs. Specializes in finding images for use in books, documentaries, and museum exhibits. Will handle picture orders, permissions. Also has experience working on historical atlases and family histories.Own research interests include the history of exploration and mapmaking, Native Americans, photography, art history, Texas history and women's studies. Makes trips to all libraries/special collections/museums in the Austin/San Antonio corridor and to Houston/Galveston. Can bill by the hour or the project. | ||
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Laurie E. Jasinski |
Writer/researcher—Senior Research Assistant on the New Handbook of Texas project, Texas State Historical Association; have written park histories for Texas Parks and Wildlife, Cultural Resources Dept.; president—South Texas Historical Assn.; author of Hill Country Backroads and Texana magazine articles; specializes in Texana, county histories, biographical research, tourism and recreation history, newspaper and county records searches. | ||
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Beverly Spicer |
Author, editor, photographer, researcher. Former assistant to the publisher of Texas Monthly Magazine, has also worked in public television. Master of Science in Architectural and Interdisciplinary Studies from University of Texas School of Architecture (2000). Two books, Open Ceilings (1994) and The Ka'bah, Rhythms of Culture, Faith, and Physiology (2003). Research areas include broad or narrow topics in journalism, history, architecture, cultural studies or other field of your choice. Currently writes a monthly column called E-Bits for The Digital Journalist. | ||
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Nancy R. Stevens |
Researcher with graduate degrees in American studies and library and information science and coursework in archival procedures and historical and genealogical research, and over 30 years of work experience as researcher, government documents librarian, and archivist at the university, state, and federal levels. Services: on-site and online research; writing and editing; family databases and proof of lineage; workshops and presentations. Research areas of specialization: government documents, online research, historical newspapers. | ||
| Diane E. Williams (512) 458-2367 texashistory@sbcglobal.net |
Possesses B.A. in history and M.A. in architecture and urban planning with specialization in 19th and 20th century American architectural history and urban design; 20 years experience in archival research and writing history; focus on American, Texas and California history and architecture. Manuscripts, photo and map collections, newspaper, public records and informant research. Will travel. | ||
| Patti Woolery-Price pattiwoo@aol.com |
Possesses an M.L.I.S.; 23 years experience as a professional librarian; specializes in historical and genealogical research and 19th and 20th century Texas history. |
This list is updated only once a year. Researchers must provide contact information, a current résumé, and a brief description of their qualifications. Only researchers with skills which align with the Center for American History collection strengths will be included on the list.
Last Update: October 2008