Having trouble accessing government information? See the Libraries’ guide to Alternative Sources for Federal Information and Data.
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Library Data Services
Library Data Services caters to researchers interested in working with data, mapping, texts, visualization, and technology. Many of these services are available online. Davis Library Data Services, located on the second floor of Davis Library, offers:
- A computing lab with specialized software for GIS and data visualization & analysis.
- Walk-in assistance provided by knowledgeable student consultants during set hours.
- Consultations with specialists for more in-depth inquiries (by appointment).
- Spaces for collaboration and presentation, complete with white boards and external displays.
- Technology short courses and programs that promote digital scholarship.
About this Guide
As content on government websites changes, previously available information and data may be difficult to find. This guide lists resources that provide access to information from the United States federal government.
- Website Archives - this page provides resources for accessing archived federal websites.
- Data Archives - this page includes a list of archives that provide access to archived federal data.
- Alternative Sources for Federal Government Data - this page provides a list of alternative sources for federal data. Some of these sources are openly accessible; some are subscription resources available to current affiliates of UNC at Chapel Hill only.
Contact Us
This guide is actively being updated. Please contact us at library-data-services@unc.edu with questions, resources for inclusion, or assistance with locating the data you need.
Acknowledgement
Thank you to the American University University Library for sharing their lists of resources.
Guide Editors
Michele Hayslett
Contact:
Subjects
Data Management
Numeric Data
Census Data
Locating Data
If you would like to request we acquire data, please carefully read the guidelines at http://library.unc.edu/data/purchase/.
Website
Data Management
Numeric Data
Census Data
Locating Data
If you would like to request we acquire data, please carefully read the guidelines at http://library.unc.edu/data/purchase/.
Guide Editors
Barrie Hayes
orcid.org/0000-0002-3547-1553
Contact:
(919) 962-0264
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Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7585
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