Archives & Projects
The Samuel Proctor Oral History Program maintains a significant archive of oral history and sound recordings and an active portfolio of oral history projects. Together, our archives and projects preserve living histories, support scholarship and teaching, and create meaningful opportunities for students, researchers, and community partners.
From interviews documenting Florida politics, African American history, Native American history, veterans’ experiences, environmental change, and the history of the University of Florida, to ongoing fieldwork and digitization initiatives, SPOHP’s work connects preservation with public engagement. Our archives offer historical perspective on many of the communities, issues, and conversations shaping Florida today. Whether you are here to explore the archive or learn about the projects shaping our work today, this section offers a gateway into the stories, collections, and collaborations that define SPOHP.
SPOHP Oral History and Sound Archives
SPOHP maintains one of the largest and most significant oral history collections in the Southeast, with more than 10,000 interviews and sound recordings organized across nearly 300 collections. Many of these materials are publicly accessible through the University of Florida Digital Collections (UFDC), SPOHP’s primary platform for digital access. On the archives page, you can learn more about how to explore the collection, access materials, and browse featured collections while a more robust finding aid is in development.
SPOHP Projects
SPOHP’s projects bring oral history to life through fieldwork, digitization, community partnerships, and training. Our ongoing work includes initiatives focused on health and healing, aging, Veterans’ experiences, and the preservation of University of Florida history, among others. On the projects page, you can explore some of SPOHP’s current projects, learn about their goals and partners, and follow links to more detailed project pages.
Selected Publications
Explore selected scholarship and publications drawn from SPOHP interviews, collections, and collaborations.