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African American Religious History: History

A guide for conducting research on African American religious history at the Yale Divinity Library.

Welcome

This section introduces resources on African American religious history, both specific periods (e.g., the Great Migration) and specific groups (e.g., Black Baptists). Use the drop-down menu for further information on select sources and tools.

Finding Reference and Research Material in Yale Divinity Library

One room in Yale Divinity Library is devoted to reference materials that includes African American religious history.

Trowbridge Reading Room: Located on the second (upper) floor. Trowbridge holds reference books for all studies, including African American religious history. Librarians have chosen for this room select dictionaries, encyclopedias, handbooks, and other books that they have found especially helpful for students.

It's a one-stop shop. Scan these shelves to find choice reference materials quickly.