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SNAC Archives

MCP server · by ianderso

Developer Tools Python v0.1.0

Find which archive holds the papers: SNAC's index of archival collections, plus ArchiveGrid links.

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Install

Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.

Pythonuvx snac-archives-mcp

Client configuration

Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.

mcpServers{
  "mcpServers": {
    "snac-archives-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "snac-archives-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

SNAC Archives is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Python and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.

Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the SNAC Archives MCP server?

SNAC Archives is an MCP server by ianderso. Find which archive holds the papers: SNAC's index of archival collections, plus ArchiveGrid links.

How do I install SNAC Archives?

Install it with: uvx snac-archives-mcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.

Is SNAC Archives free to use?

The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/ianderso/snac-archives-mcp. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.

Which clients support SNAC Archives?

Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.