The Harris Scheer Berg family papers date from 1869 to 2018 and measure 7.5 linear feet (9 boxes). The papers are arranged in five series: Family Records, Correspondence, Photographs, Books, and Artifacts.

The Family Records series (1876-2018) covers the personal papers and records of Hannah Scheer Berg, from elementary report cards and recital programs to degrees, certificates, and records of her work and volunteer activities. This series extends from the Harris, Scheer, and Berg families, all in a lineage related by marriage, to the Ohsman and Katz family cousins. The main body of the papers pertains to Norman and Hannah Scheer Berg and their children, followed by materials related to extended family. This series includes genealogy, financial records, funeral and wedding announcements, property documentation, and military service records.

The Correspondence series (1911-2006) includes love letters between Norman and Hannah Berg during World War II, postcards from family members, mail to and from the Berg children, as well as telegrams and other correspondence.

The Photographs series (c. 1900-2015) has two sub-series, Albums and Loose photographs. The Albums subseries show various branches of the family in family photograph albums, wedding albums, and commemorative albums. The Loose photographs sub-series houses photos sorted by approximate decade and includes a wide range of family members, friends, homes, vacations, and special events.

The Books series (1869-1984) consists of 20 books. The majority of the books are prayer books and spiritual texts. Most of these are in Hebrew with either English or Russian notes, both printed in the text and handwritten by former owners and family members. The Jewish Child Everyday features a music score by Bella Scheer Covich. The series also includes books about Jewish food and food preparation from commercial publishing, local publishing, and Hannah Berg’s personal collection and distribution of recipes.

The Artifacts series ([c. 1900]-1980) contains family heirlooms such as table linens and baby garments handmade by Libbie Harris Scheer’s sister, Hannah Scheer Berg’s aunt, Jennie Harris Kahn as well as B’nai B’rith materials and personal mementos, such as a lock of Hannah Scheer’s hair from the first time it was trimmed.

The AV series (pre-1941) includes two vinyl records approximately 7 inches in diameter. They are Victor Record Blanks for Home Recording, and one is labeled “Hannah Scheer” and the other “1st.”.