Collections Explorer, a new AI-powered search tool for Harvard’s special collections and archives, is now available in beta.
Designed to go beyond traditional keyword searching, Collections Explorer enables intuitive exploration of letters, manuscripts, photographs, audio visual content, and more. The system uses AI to surface unique materials from Harvard’s rich historical and cultural collections, opening new pathways for researchers, students, and curious learners.
Please note that Collections Explorer is an experimental system still in development, with limited data at this stage. Additional data sources are being added, and because AI features may make mistakes, we recommend checking results. Learn more about how the system works or watch a short video demo.
We welcome your feedback on Collections Explorer as we continue to refine this tool.