Temporary Pause on Reference, Research and Reproduction Requests
The Disciples of Christ Historical Society has paused new research, reference and reproduction requests through October 31, 2026. During the pause, we are implementing a new reference ticketing system and bringing on additional staff dedicated exclusively to research and reference services.
We will continue to fulfill requests during this period for:
- researchers affiliated with a college or university
- current paid members of the Historical Society
- general and regional ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
If you are conducting research in one of these capacities, please write directly to our Senior Archivist, Colleen McFarland Rademaker, at [email protected] with your request. If your request does not meet one of the above three categories, we ask that you check back after November 1, 2026, as any request outside these three categories will not be queued or tracked at this time.
We are grateful for your patience and look forward to serving researchers better in the months ahead.
Online Research
Disciples Wiki
Read and contribute articles about key figures, events, and institutions in Stone-Campbell history.
Historical Sites
Places of special meaning and value to the Stone-Cambell tradition.
Assisted Research
Conduct research with the assistance of Historical Society staff.
You may conduct your research in person at the Historical Society’s facility in Bethany, West Virginia or remotely by phone or email.
We recommend that whenever possible you conduct your research in-person. We’re able to provide more complete service when you’re at our facility.
Remote research is a benefit of Historical Society membership. Members of the Historical Society congregations within the Stone-Campbell Movement, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) ministries , and the public are welcome to conduct in-person research, with a planned visit. Become a member.
