For nearly a decade, HAI has worked closely with several liquor brands and distributors to unearth and tap into their histories. From in-depth archival research to storyline development, we have helped brands...

Since 1993, HAI has provided a range of services to the National Park Service (NPS). We have supported NPS’s mission to preserve natural and cultural resources and entertain, educate, and inspire current...

HAI has provided a range of services to the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC). We have contributed to ABMC’s mission to honor the service, achievements, and sacrifice of the U.S. Armed Forces....

How corporate genealogy research can reduce a client’s liability in toxic tort litigation.  Client Challenge A well-known agricultural equipment company reached out to History Associates Incorporated (HAI) for help when it was...

Using forensic historical research to determine the allocation of environmental cleanup costs. Client Challenge A major chemical manufacturer had been the “contractor-operator” for two government-owned, contractor-operated (GOCO) plants in St. Louis, Missouri,...

The reconstruction of the fact record is critical in product liability cases. Client Challenge In an asbestos exposure case brought before a state court in South Carolina, plaintiff’s alleged that the North...

How do you accept the donation of a collection without adding it to the dreaded backlog? Client Challenge: Santa Clara University was honored to accept the donation of a collection of women...

How do you plan for your future while examining 125 years of your past? Client Challenge: Over its 125 year history, the Chi Omega Fraternity accumulated a large archival collection that is...

When 5,000 ft3 of historic material needs to be relocated, where do you even begin? Client Challenge: The wildfires in Northern California narrowly avoided the Sonoma County Archives by a mere 600...

HAI investigators determine the rightful ownership of Holocaust-era looted art. Client Challenge When questions arose surrounding the rightful ownership of a painting sold at auction, a law firm representing a claimant contacted...

What goes into starting a new museum? Client Challenge The United Brotherhood of Carpenters (UBC) wanted to display its treasured collection of woodworking tools and other artifacts with the goal of eventually...

What Are the Benefits of Conducting a Collections Inventory? Client Challenge In order to maintain compliance with federal financial accounting standards (Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB), SFFAS 29, Heritage Assets and...