When National Geographic magazine debuted in 1888, it reflected the interests of its small, mostly professional readership. The focus then was on scholarly titles or articles such as "Geographic Methods in Geologic Investigation" and less on photos between its conservative brown covers.

Now, after more than a century of delivering unforgettable images, media, and text, National Geographic is journalism's most recognized name in exploration and discovery, bringing the global wonders of the world and destinations to some 60 million people each month.

With comprehensive, relevant articles, legendary photographs, maps, and map supplements, the iconic magazine documents life on our planet and beyond, interpreting the world through the lens of personal story and experience, including:

• Jane Goodall's encounters with chimpanzees in Tanzania
• Hiram Bingham's expedition into Machu Picchu in 1911
• Robert Ballard's 1985 discovery of the Titanic on the floor of the Atlantic Ocean
• And many more examples

A Legendary Magazine's Digital Facelift

For decades, libraries kept printed editions of National Geographic on the shelves, which limited reader access and put the magazines at risk for loss or damage. But today, you have another choice.

Every page of this vast knowledge base is now faithfully reproduced and easily searchable in National Geographic Magazine Archive, 1888-2015. This incomparable new digital archive is an essential resource for researchers of all ages as well as a fascinating collection for general readers and history buffs.