One of our biggest preservation projects yet: Partnering with the island nation of Aruba. Collecion Aruba provides free global access to over 100,000 historical materials and cultural treasures, featuring newspapers, images, and videos that document Aruba's past. All are available on

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. More projects like this are possible with your support:

Internet Archive: Digital Library of Free & Borrowable Texts, Movies, Music & Wayback Machine

This year, we worked swiftly to save legacy media sites like https://Vice.com and MTVNews before decades worth of valuable journalism could be erased. These sites are searchable on the Wayback Machine. 📰📺 Help us in saving these resources:

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When digital materials are vulnerable to sudden removal, our collective memory is compromised, and the public’s ability to access its own history is at risk. This year, we released the Vanishing Culture report, a study that details instances of cultural loss and emphasizes the crucial role that libraries and archives play in preserving materials for future generations. Help us in saving these resources:

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This year was all about preservation for the Internet Archive. This year, libraries have faced unprecedented attacks both from large corporations and malicious actors. Despite these challenges, the Internet Archive is more committed than ever to fighting for access to public information for all those who seek it. If you’re a fan, help provide Universal Access to All Knowledge:

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🔥 Cozy up to a digital fireplace with Sierra On-Line's "A Computer Christmas" (1986). 🎄💾 This vintage software's Yule Log vibe reminds us why preserving digital works matters. 🎁 See the whole card. ➡️

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Sierra Christmas Card 1986: A Computer Christmas : Sierra On-Line : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive

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Do you believe that access to information is a human right? We do, too. Join the Monthly Giving Circle and support Universal Access to All Knowledge. Ready to join? Simply visit

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to sign up with a recurring donation of just $5/month, and you can start sustaining the Internet Archive and supporting our mission.

🌹 This weekend, the Grateful Dead will be honored at the Kennedy Center. Join in the celebration by listening to one of the 17,000 #GratefulDead concert recordings preserved at the Internet Archive:

Celebrate the Grateful Dead with the Internet Archive | Internet Archive Blogs

Calling all software enthusiasts! Discover hidden gems handpicked by Internet Archive staff. From vintage programs to modern tools, there's something for everyone. See the full list on our blog:

Archive Staff Favorites 2024: Things We Think You’ll Love This Holiday Season | Internet Archive Blogs

If you believe in Universal Access to All Knowledge, help support our mission. Donations ensure that digital knowledge remains free and accessible for all. Learn more here:

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Meet Elliott Adkins, a 23-year-old singer-songwriter breathing new life into old songs. Inspired by a collection of sheet music from his grandmother, Elliott records and shares music that was never previously recorded—unlocking a world of forgotten music. 🔗 Read the full interview:

Vanishing Culture: Preserving Forgotten Music | Internet Archive Blogs

From “Preserving Forgotten Music,” part of the Vanishing Culture report. Read the full report 🔗

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Vanishing Culture: A Report on Our Fragile Cultural Record : Luca Messarra : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive

In today’s digital landscape, corporate interests, shifting distribution models, and malicious cyber attacks are threatening public access to...

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Bring public domain movie nights to your home with our curated collection, many of which are showcased at our HQ during Public Domain movie nights! This holiday season, explore a variety of classic films that are free to watch and share. Check out our recommendations here:

Archive Staff Favorites 2024: Things We Think You’ll Love This Holiday Season | Internet Archive Blogs

. If you enjoy these films and our mission, consider supporting Universal Access to All Knowledge:

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