When National Geographic magazine debuted in 1888, it reflected the interests of its small, mostly professional readership. The focus then was on scholarly 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 and text, National Geographic is journalism's most recognized name in exploration and discovery, bringing the wonders of the world to some 60 million people each month.

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

A Legendary Magazine's Digital Facelift

National Geographic magazine brings the world of geography -- in its broadest sense -- to some 60 million readers around the globe each month. With comprehensive, timely articles and legendary photographs and maps, the magazine documents life on our planet and beyond, and interprets the world's sweeping changes through the lens of personal experience. 

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, 1888-1994. This incomparable new digital archive is an essential resource for researchers of all ages as well as a fascinating collection for general readers.

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