Workshops: Workshop Handouts:

ARC 250: Preservation of Historical Records Workshop

This workshop will explore the fundamentals of preserving records. Where and how archival records are stored, and how they are handled, are key elements in prolonging their lives. Participants may bring examples of records needing preservation for an open discussion period. This workshop is typically offered in the spring.

Handouts

Workshop workbook (PDF)

Related publications

#9 Producing High Quality Microfilm

• Publication #9 PDF
• Publication #9 HTML

#40 Fundamentals of Managing Local Government Archival Records

• Order PDF via email at ARCHTRAIN@mail.nysed.gov
• Publication #40 HTML

#50 Appraisal of Local Government Records for Historical Value

• Order PDF via email at ARCHTRAIN@mail.nysed.gov

#56 Selected Bibliography on Historical Records Administration

• Email ARCHTRAIN@mail.nysed.gov to order

#60 Criteria for Selecting Records for Conservation Treatment

• Email ARCHTRAIN@mail.nysed.gov to order

#77 Managing Imaging and Micrographics Projects

• Publication #77 PDF
• Publication #77 HTML

Our related webpages and videos

• Managing Historical Records
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Historical Records
• Using Records
• Videos: Preserving Historical Records

Related workshops

• Disaster Planning & Response
• Managing Your Historical Photographs
• Preservation of Electronic Records
• Providing Access to Your Records

Registration

To register, check our schedule first. To request that we offer this workshop at another time, please contact the training unit at ARCHTRAIN@mail.nysed.gov.

1. Workshop current schedule
2. Online registration help

Questions?

Consult our collected list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) or contact the Archives' training unit at ARCHTRAIN@mail.nysed.gov.