Understanding Archives: An Introduction to Archival Basics

Proper archival procedures enable safe and effective management of collections, yet volunteers, historians, and those with archival responsibilities in addition to other duties may find themselves in the position of "archivist" without formal training in the profession. Topics covered during this workshop include the fundamentals of archival appraisal, acquisition, and access; proper storage materials; and the most common preservation problems found with paper-based archival collections. This workshop will touch briefly on processing, arrangement, and description.

This webinar was presented by Amanda Murray (DHPSNY Program Manager, CCAHA) on February 21st, 2023. A recording of the program and list of related resources are available below.