Comprehensive conservation and preservation services.

We combine technical expertise with a commitment to preserving heritage. What can we do for you?

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Preserving Collections

We help you determine the best ways to care for your collection.
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Providing Education

We present collections care training nationwide.

New Toolkit: Assessing the Preservation Needs of Paper-Based Collections

CCAHA is proud to launch Assessing the Preservation Needs of Paper-Based Collections, a free, fully self-paced toolkit designed to guide individuals and institutions through every step of evaluating and planning for the care of their paper-based holdings.

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Upcoming Course: Preservation 101

This course introduces you to preservation basics with a special focus on affordability, achievability, and sustainability. It is appropriate for staff and volunteers at collecting institutions of all sizes, including museums, historic sites, archives, libraries, and galleries. Topics include storage and housing, environmental regulation and monitoring, exhibition guidelines for preservation, essential preservation policies and procedures, and the basics of prioritizing preservation needs.