We’re Building an Audio Archive of Decatur!
In honor of Decatur’s 200th anniversary, the City of Decatur is partnering with StoryCorps to record, uplift and archive our community’s stories. You’re invited to take part!
RECORD WITH STORYCORPS
StoryCorps is a national nonprofit that helps everyday Americans record, preserve, and share their stories. Since 2003, StoryCorps has given over half a million Americans the chance to record interviews about their lives. The organization preserves the recordings in its archive at the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress. If you have a connection to Decatur, we invite you to choose someone you care about, and interview each other.
Ask and answer questions like: Who has been the biggest influence on your life? What are you proudest of? What does it mean to be “from” Decatur?
There’s no “right” or “wrong” way to have a StoryCorps conversation, and you can use the free StoryCorps Connect online platform to record in the comfort of your own home. All you need is a strong internet connection, access to a laptop or desktop computer with a microphone, and an open heart.

How recording works

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Recording faq
Why should i participate?

Honor someone you care about.

Build understanding.

Create a legacy for the future.

Mark this milestone.
Supported by the community of decatur
Organizations across our community are taking part in helping to build this archive, including:


Agnes Scott College





“I’m excited for the opportunity to capture and preserve the stories of our community. This is our chance to learn about the diversity and vast experiences of the people connected to Decatur.”
Neeraja Panchapakesan Decatur Resident + StoryCorps Ambassador