The real record of history is found in the lives of the people who lived it.

For your next research project, consider creating an oral history to record memories of special events and experiences. Oral histories are an effective tool when gathering information that is comprehensive and personal about any history-related topic.

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) has published Fundamentals of Oral History as part of the Texas Preservation Guidelines series. It offers suggestions on how to arrange interviews, structure meaningful questions, set up equipment and organize information.

Find out more in Fundamentals of Oral History (pdf).