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Search collections to find descriptions of our archival holdings, such as manuscripts, organizational records, and oral histories.

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Latest Exhibit

Explore our online exhibits to view images from our collection and learn more about Hershey’s history.

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Online Resources

Use online resources to answer questions about events, people, businesses, and organizations by searching our chronology and informational essays.

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Research Hours

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Monday – Friday

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
First Saturday of every month

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Blog Posts

5/8/2013: What's the real story behind why Hershey started manufacturing chewing gum in 1915?. . .

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What's New

  • New Online Exhibit: Chocolate Crossroads

    Explore the changing landscape of Hershey's downtown at the  intersection of Chocolate and Cocoa Avenues.

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  • Oh, What A Year: 1963
    Coming to Hershey?  Check out the Archives' latest exhibit, located in the lobby of The Hershey Story Click here.