Resources

The safest and most effective way to deal with insects in collections is the use of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). IPM is a holistic approach to pest management that includes monitoring, housekeeping, and the identification of pests. It is the safest manner of pest control because it avoids the...

A report on findings from a survey conducted by Emma Ziraldo, CCAHA National Endowment for the Humanities Preventive Conservation Fellow, prepared September 2020. What does it mean for a cultural organization to be pandemic-proof during this exceptional period? Certainly, one thing the COVID-19...

Light can cause damage to collections. The amount of damage is determined by the intensity and type of light, the time of exposure, and the natural resistance of the object’s components. Light damage is not only limited to fading: overexposure can also cause weakening, discoloration, yellowing and...

A worksheet on mold detection and mitigation.

Choosing appropriate materials and methods for matting and framing has significant and lasting effect on the condition of paper artifacts. Properly constructed mats structurally support and aesthetically enhance an artifact for the long-term, while poor quality materials or constructions can create...

An infographic on mold and cultural collections.

The National Resource Guide for Disaster Preparedness.

Conducting oral history interviews of employees at your organization can be a crucial and helpful part of the succession planning process. This interview can be flexible and highlight the most important knowledge that you would like to see transfer to new team members, promoted employees, and...