When citing archival materials, there is a focus on helping the reader identify what is being cited and where it is located; thus include the following elements:
- Repository where the item is held. Example: Goodwin College Archives.
- Collection in which the item is found. Example: Alex Haley papers.
- Series in which the item is found. Example: Manuscripts of Alex Haley
- Folder title in which the item is found (if available). Example: Manuscripts.
- The document itself, including page, section, or date information, where necessary.
