Research Guides: ArcGIS Online and Story Maps: ArcGIS StoryMaps

ArcGIS StoryMaps is a online mapping application that can be used as a digital storytelling tool. The ArcGIS StoryMaps builder can be used to build a custom online mapping application that integrates interactive maps created in ArcGIS Online, audiovisual material, text, and more.

Create an Account

Brandeis users should use the Your ArcGIS Organization's URL option to sign into their StoryMaps account. When prompted, type brandeis into the text box for the organization's URL. Then click Continue to sign in using your Brandeis username and password.

ArcGIS StoryMaps
A digital storytelling application that lets you combine maps authored within ArcGIS Online with multimedia and narrative content.

Using the StoryMaps Builder

Getting Started with ArcGIS StoryMaps (Esri)
Looking to create your first story map? Here's a step-by-step guide to using the StoryMaps builder.
Quick Tips for Mastering the ArcGIS StoryMaps Builder (ArcGIS Blog)
This list of short, simple tips will help you get the most out of the story builder, especially when it comes to smaller features you may have overlooked.
Customizing ArcGIS StoryMaps
How to use the different content blocks and features within ArcGIS StoryMaps.
Writing accessible StoryMap content (ArcGIS Blog)
An overview of the built-in accessibility features within ArcGIS StoryMaps and design techniques you can use to make your content more accessible.

Additional Features

Showing Time in StoryMaps (ArcGIS Blog)
Configuring time-enabled layers, smart mapping time, using the time aware app, and more.
Create Your First Collection with ArcGIS StoryMaps (Esri)
Follow a short tutorial and see how easy it is to bundle together related stories or other apps.

Copyright Resources

Brandeis Library Copyright Guide
Guide provides general information on copyright law and the doctrine of fair use. This guide does not supply legal advice nor is it intended to replace the advice of legal counsel.
Stick to the rules: How to properly find and use images in your stories (ArcGIS Blog)
Guidance from staff at Esri on how to find and properly cite media for your ArcGIS StoryMaps' projects.