Webinars are recorded and are available for participants to view for a period of six months following the live session.
Jan 10, 2019
12:30pm – 1:30pm Eastern
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Brown bag webinar
Registration deadline: January 9, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Claire Grund, Associate Conservator, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Oversized items proliferate in historic collections, as well as in the records of municipal and business organizations. They are found rolled in boxes, loose in drawers, and folded in files. The size of these records pose challenges to handling and storage, and the materials and processes used in various modes of production complicate preservation. This webinar will present characteristics of oversized architectural records, address both ideal and practical solutions for storage, and prepare you for proper care and handling so that these materials in your collection remain usable for as long as possible. Close Info
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Jan 15, 2019
12:30pm – 1:30pm Eastern
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Brown bag webinar
Registration deadline: January 14, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Terrance D'Ambrosio, Director of Imaging Services, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Do you need to get the nitrate out of your stacks, but don’t know where to start? This webinar, presented by NEDCC’s Director of Imaging Services, will cover all of the logistical complexities involved in a digitization/reformatting project that includes nitrocellulose-based film, from packing and shipping to long-term storage and maintenance to the ethical dilemma of retention vs. disposal. The concepts and approaches will be applicable to any nitrate digitization project, from the very small to the very large, and while the webinar will focus on still photographic film, the information will be applicable to motion picture nitrocellulose film as well. Close Info
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Jan 29, 2019
2:00pm – 4:00pm Eastern
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Live online webinar
Registration deadline: January 28, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Sean Ferguson, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Close Info
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Jan 29, 2019
9:00am – 4:00pm Eastern
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In-person workshop
Registration deadline: January 22, 2019 Maximum class size: 20 Instructor: Frances Harrell, Senior Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: Alabama Department of Archives and History
Montgomery, AL
January 29-30, 2019
This two day workshop provides a basic introduction to the concepts and standards used to build an effective preservation program. The curriculum covers preservation policies, environmental and storage conditions, care and handling of collection materials, reformatting, emergency preparedness, and program assessment. The instructors will discuss realistic approaches to preservation at small and medium sized organizations, and small group work will encourage participants to discuss their own preservation goals together.
NEDCC is offering a limited number of scholarships to reimburse workshop participants for the $80 registration fee as well as travel expenses up to $100. Applicants must commit to attending both days of the workshop. You do not need to have already registered for the workshop in order to apply for a scholarship; you can register for the workshop after the scholarships are awarded so that you are fully informed of your personal cost. To be considered for a scholarship, fill out this online form: https://goo.gl/forms/XOrU20XqIzT9rq9i1.
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Feb 7, 2019
12:30pm – 1:30pm Eastern
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Brown bag webinar
Registration deadline: February 6, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Katherine Elizabeth Fisher, Digital Preservation & Social Change Collection
Archivist, Special Collections & Archives, Georgia State University Library Location: Live Webinar Close Info
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Feb 15, 2019
9:30am – 3:30am Eastern
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In-person workshop
Registration deadline: February 7, 2019 Maximum class size: 20 Instructor: Frances Harrell, Senior Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)
Following the PASIG Conference Building a digital preservation program can be a complex undertaking, but performing an assessment can help manage the many steps needed to create a sustainable digital preservation program. Self-assessment and working with a consultant can both be valuable, but a peer assessment goes one step further to create a community of support for building and sustaining a digital preservation program. Participants will leave this workshop with a peer assessment tool to implement in their own communities and will gain valuable practice using the tool during the workshop. Close Info
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Feb 25, 2019
9:30am – 4:30pm Eastern
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In-person workshop
Registration deadline: February 18, 2019 Maximum class size: 30 Instructor: Sean Ferguson, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: New Hampshire Historical Society
Concord, NH
"PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ARE A NEW HAMPSHIRE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEMBER, PLEASE SELECT THE STUDENT OPTION FOR MEMBERSHIP PRICING.”
February 25 & 26, 2019
This two day workshop provides a basic introduction to the concepts and standards used to build an effective preservation program. The curriculum covers preservation policies, environmental and storage conditions, care and handling of collection materials, reformatting, emergency preparedness, and program assessment. The instructors will discuss realistic approaches to preservation at small and medium sized organizations, and small group work will encourage participants to discuss their own preservation goals together.
The cost for this workshop is $150 for members of the New Hampshire Historical Society and $200 for nonmembers. If you have any questions regarding registration please contact Technology and Events Coordinator Kim O’Leary (Email: koleary@nedcc.org Phone:978-470-1010 ex. 226) Close Info
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Mar 12, 2019
2:00pm – 4:00pm Eastern
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Facilitated course
Registration deadline: March 11, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Sean Ferguson, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Part 1 - March 12, 2019
Part 2 - March 26, 2019
A disaster plan is an integral component of effective collections stewardship, but preparation of a plan can be daunting. This two session course will be an in-depth coverage of risk assessment and steps involved in creating a disaster plan. The first session webinar introduces the central elements of emergency preparedness and explores ways to identify internal and external hazards in order to assess and mitigate the risks they pose. Natural, industrial, technological, building, and human hazards will be examined for mitigation and planning purposes. The second session will cover parts of a disaster plan, updating the plan, and training methods. Following the course, NEDCC will review and provide feedback on draft disaster plans submitted by participants. Close Info
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Mar 14, 2019
9:30am – 3:30pm Eastern
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In-person workshop
Registration deadline: March 7, 2019 Maximum class size: 21 Instructor: Monique Fischer, Senior Photograph Conservator, NEDCC and Amanda Maloney, Associate Photograph and Paper Conservator, NEDCC Location: Addison Gallery of American Art
Andover, MA March 14 & 15, 2019
This hands-on workshop offers an in-depth introduction to the preservation of photographic materials, including their identification, deterioration, and care. Participants will learn how to recognize various photographic processes ranging from daguerreotypes to inkjet prints. Preservation problems associated with specific processes will also be studied. The workshop will address storage concerns and preservation priorities, including environmental guidelines, enclosures, and proper care and handling. Participants are encouraged to bring photographs for examination and discussion.
The two-day workshop is a beginner to intermediate workshop intended for individuals who want to learn how to care for photographic materials including curators, collection managers, exhibit preparations, catalogers, archivists , photographers and collectors. Close Info
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Mar 19, 2019
12:30pm – 1:30pm Eastern
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Brown bag webinar
Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Becky Geller, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Close Info
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Mar 27, 2019
12:30pm – 1:30pm Eastern
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Brown bag webinar
Registration deadline: March 27, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Sean Ferguson, Preservation Specialists, NEDCC This webinar introduces participants to the key considerations of writing a preservation plan, an essential tool for coordinating preservation activities over time. Participants will learn about the steps of preservation planning, including assessment, prioritization, and the identification of resource needs. Different types of assessment for preservation planning will also be discussed as well as how to communicate the value of preservation planning to all stakeholders involved. Participants will also leave having seen a sample preservation plan. Close Info
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Apr 10, 2019
12:30pm – 1:30pm Eastern
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Brown bag webinar
Registration deadline: April 9, 2019 Instructor: Danielle Spalenka, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Digital project planning begins with process of selecting what to digitize. This webinar will examine selection from a variety of standpoints, including user needs, preservation, copyright, and more. Webinar participants come away with an understanding of factors to consider when developing a digitization plan that will serve programmatic goals and objectives. Close Info
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Apr 11, 2019
2:00pm – 4:00pm Eastern
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Live online webinar
Registration deadline: April 10, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Amanda Maloney, Associate Photograph and Paper Conservator, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar This webinar offers an in-depth introduction to the preservation of photographs, including their identification, deterioration, and care. Participants will learn how to recognize various photographic formats and study the preservation problems associated with each format type. The webinar will also discuss storage concerns and preservation priorities, including environmental guidelines and proper care and handling.
The webinar is intended for anyone who wants to learn how to care for photographic materials including curators, collection managers, exhibit preparations, catalogers, archivists, photographers and the general public. Close Info
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Apr 22, 2019
12:30pm – 1:30pm Eastern
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Brown bag webinar
Registration deadline: April 21, 2019 Maximum class size: 75 Instructor: Bryce Roe, Manager of Audio Services, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Close Info
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Apr 25, 2019
12:30pm – 1:30pm Eastern
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Live online webinar
Registration deadline: April 24, 2019 Maximum class size: 75 Instructor: Bexx Caswell Olson, Director of Book Conservation, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Close Info
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May 7, 2019
2:00pm – 4:00pm Eastern
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Live online webinar
Registration deadline: May 6, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Danielle Spalenka, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Disasters in or around our institutions can lead to loss in cultural heritage collections. While preventing and planning for disasters are important pieces of an overall preservation strategy, there may come a time when you need to recover your collections following an incident. This webinar covers strategies for prioritizing and triaging your collections for recovery, as well as provides hands-on techniques for salvaging books, works on paper, and audiovisual materials. Close Info
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May 13, 2019
9:00am – 4:00pm Eastern
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In-person workshop
Registration deadline: May 6, 2019 Maximum class size: 30 Instructor: Danielle Spalenka, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: Davis & Elkins College
The Myles Center for the Arts
Joni and Buck Smith Arts Forum
100 Campus Drive
Elkins, WV 26241
May 13-14, 2019
About the Program:
This two day workshop provides a basic introduction to the concepts and standards used to build an effective preservation program. The curriculum covers preservation policies, environmental and storage conditions, care and handling of collection materials, reformatting, emergency preparedness, and program assessment. The instructor will discuss realistic approaches to preservation at small and medium sized organizations, and small group work will encourage participants to discuss their own preservation goals together.
Day 1 will cover the essentials of preservation management, environmental storage conditions, and performing a building assessment.
Day 2 will address the basics for care and handling of paper-based collections, reformatting and digitization, and program assessment.
Participants may choose to register for one or both days, though attending both days will give participants an in-depth understanding of preservation management and provide practical actions items for moving forward.
NEDCC is offering a limited number of scholarships to reimburse workshop participants for the $80 registration fee, as well as travel expenses up to $100. Applicants must commit to attending both days of the workshop.
You do not need to have already registered for the workshop in order to apply for a scholarship; you can register for the workshop after the scholarships are awarded so that you are fully informed of your personal cost. To be considered for a scholarship, fill out this online form: https://goo.gl/forms/XOrU20XqIzT9rq9i1.
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May 14, 2019
9:00am – 4:00pm Eastern
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In-person workshop
Registration deadline: May 6, 2019 Maximum class size: 30 Instructor: Danielle Spalenka, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: Davis & Elkins College
The Myles Center for the Arts
Joni and Buck Smith Arts Forum
100 Campus Drive
Elkins, WV 26241
May 13-14, 2019
About the Program:
This two day workshop provides a basic introduction to the concepts and standards used to build an effective preservation program. The curriculum covers preservation policies, environmental and storage conditions, care and handling of collection materials, reformatting, emergency preparedness, and program assessment. The instructor will discuss realistic approaches to preservation at small and medium sized organizations, and small group work will encourage participants to discuss their own preservation goals together.
Day 1 will cover the essentials of preservation management, environmental storage conditions, and performing a building assessment.
Day 2 will address the basics for care and handling of paper-based collections, reformatting and digitization, and program assessment.
Participants may choose to register for one or both days, though attending both days will give participants an in-depth understanding of preservation management and provide practical actions items for moving forward.
NEDCC is offering a limited number of scholarships to reimburse workshop participants for the $80 registration fee, as well as travel expenses up to $100. Applicants must commit to attending both days of the workshop.
You do not need to have already registered for the workshop in order to apply for a scholarship; you can register for the workshop after the scholarships are awarded so that you are fully informed of your personal cost. To be considered for a scholarship, fill out this online form: https://goo.gl/forms/XOrU20XqIzT9rq9i1.
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May 14, 2019
2:00pm – 3:30pm Eastern
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Live online webinar
Registration deadline: May 13, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Monique Fischer, Senior Photograph Conservator, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Image files represent an increasingly large part of our cultural heritage, our personal memory, and our professional work, and for photographers and artists they may represent an entire body of work. These files can be surprisingly transient, and may be unintentionally lost or corrupted. Sometimes the safest backup is a hard copy, but color prints made from digital files are not always preservation-quality. To protect these valued images, you need to understand the materials employed and control storage conditions.
Participants in this webinar will develop an understanding of the three most important factors that affect the life of a digital print: the quality of materials used such as the colorant (dye vs. pigment) and paper; the way these materials work in combination with each other; and the storage and display of the resultant prints. Close Info
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May 21, 2019
2:00pm – 4:00pm Eastern
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Live online webinar
Registration deadline: May 20, 2019 Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Sean Ferguson, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC Location: Live Webinar Cultural heritage organizations often look to their collections to create public exhibitions, but putting the spotlight on rare books and documents is inherently at odds with preservation. Exhibits, though, provide a powerful avenue for outreach and also present opportunities for collection advocacy. Preparing collections for safe exhibition ensures that these materials remain accessible into the future. This webinar will help you understand the risks of exhibition so that you can develop policies and guidelines to mitigate those risks. Selection for exhibition will be covered, along with space considerations, safe handling, and display methods. Close Info
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| Oct 12, 2017 |
Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Linda Tadic, CEO, Digital Bedrock Location: On Demand What can institutions that house audiovisual collections do to mitigate their environmental impact while also preserving their collections according to professional best practices? This important question is one that preoccupies Linda Tadic, CEO of Digital Bedrock. This webinar will explore the relationship between AV collections, digital storage, and the environment. In particular it will cover how things such as staff actions, technology choices, and environmental planning can enable archivists to care for their collections responsibly. Webinar attendees will leave with a working knowledge of and a vocabulary pertaining to the relationship between the responsible custody of collections and the larger environment in which we live. No previous knowledge of the subject is required. The webinar will be taught by Linda Tadic, CEO of Digital Bedrock and former AMIA President. Close Info
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| Oct 24, 2017 |
Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Hope O'Keeffe, Associate General Counsel, Library of Congress and Greg Cram, Associate Director of Copyright and Information Policy, New York Public Library Location: On Demand All too often researchers look to archivists and librarians for information regarding complex copyright law and fair use policies. This two-part webinar course aims to arm library and information professionals with a working knowledge of concepts relating to copyright and intellectual property, specifically as they relate to audiovisual collections, which present particular challenges. The webinar will begin at an introductory level—offering a basic discussion of copyright law, the public domain, and the implications for collections. The second webinar will be a “deep dive” into some of the broad concepts that are presented in Session 1. Issues such as creator and transfer rights and open access will be addressed. No previous knowledge of copyright law is required. Session 1 will be taught by Hope O’Keeffe, Associate General Counsel at the Library of Congress and Session 2 will be taught by Greg Cram, Associate Director of Copyright and Information Policy at the New York Public Library. Close Info
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| Oct 26, 2017 |
Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Greg Cram, Associate Director of Copyright and Information Policy, New York Public Library and Hope O'Keeffe, Associate General Counsel, Library of Congress Location: On Demand All too often researchers look to archivists and librarians for information regarding complex copyright law and fair use policies. This two-part webinar course aims to arm library and information professionals with a working knowledge of concepts relating to copyright and intellectual property, specifically as they relate to audiovisual collections, which present particular challenges. The webinar will begin at an introductory level—offering a basic discussion of copyright law, the public domain, and the implications for collections. The second webinar will be a “deep dive” into some of the broad concepts that are presented in Session 1. Issues such as creator and transfer rights and open access will be addressed. No previous knowledge of copyright law is required. Session 1 will be taught by Hope O’Keeffe, Associate General Counsel at the Library of Congress and Session 2 will be taught by Greg Cram, Associate Director of Copyright and Information Policy at the New York Public Library. Close Info
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| Oct 17, 2017 |
Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Mary Larson, Associate Dean for Special Collections, Oklahoma State University Library, and Sarah Milligan, Associate Professor and Head of the Oklahoma Oral History Research Program, Oklahoma State University Location: On Demand Oral histories, which are nearly ubiquitous in archival and cultural heritage collections, capture first-hand accounts of their subjects and are particularly valuable resources as they often record the histories and memories of underrepresented people and groups. However, oral history interviews may be maintained on a variety of media formats (both analog and digital), which can make them daunting to care for. This 90-minute webinar will offer guidance to those archivists charged with maintaining these important recordings and will present a workflow—from beginning to end—for how best to process, preserve, and make accessible oral history materials. The webinar will also introduce some important concepts that are particular to oral history collections, including conversations on ethical considerations, the use of outside vendors, and the role of transcription and index tagging. This is a beginner-level webinar and previous experience processing oral history and/or audiovisual collections is not required. The course will be taught by Mary Larson, Associate Dean for Special Collections at Oklahoma State University Library and former President of the Oral History Association and Sarah Milligan Associate Professor and Head of the Oklahoma Oral History Research Program at Oklahoma State University. Close Info
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| Nov 2, 2017 |
Maximum class size: 50 Instructor: Jean-Louis Bigourdan, Senior Research Scientist, Image Permanence Institute Location: On Demand Many audiovisual and moving image collections are at risk due to their material instability and the ever-growing issue of technological obsolescence. While reformatting is a valuable tool for both preservation and access, preserving the original objects nevertheless remains important. Perhaps the most important action that archivists can take to guarantee the long-term preservation of audiovisual objects is to ensure that they are held in the proper storage conditions. This webinar provides an introduction and overview of best storage practices. It will identify appropriate packing and storage containers and include a detailed discussion of proper environmental standards. Formats covered during the webinar will include magnetic tape, motion picture film, and photographs. It is suitable for both new and experienced professionals and will be taught by Jean-Louis Bigourdan, Senior Research Scientist at the Image Permanence Institute. Close Info
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| Apr 25, 2018 |
Instructor: Becky Geller, Preservation Specialist, NEDCC PRESERVATION WEEK FREE WEBINAR
As members of the cultural heritage community, we want our collections and activities to reflect all people in our communities . Hosting a community scanning day is an interactive, participatory way to collect--and digitize--memories from our communities for the sake of documenting our own history. However, a lot of planning goes into hosting one, with a set of logistics consider, as well as selecting equipment, determining access and delivery systems of scanned content, and ensuring the rights to view and disseminate information online. This webinar provides an overview of each of these tasks and will help you organize your next event. Close Info
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| Apr 24, 2018 |
Instructor: Claire Grund, Associate Conservator, NEDCC PRESERVATION WEEK FREE WEBINAR
Looking for creative fundraising ideas for your book conservation project or other conservation / preservation initiative? Join us for tips on developing an Adopt-a-Book, or Adopt-an-Artifact program, using web content, crowdfunding, and social media. We’ll provide examples of successful initiatives and give you a check-list to follow, as well as resources to help with your fundraising efforts. Close Info
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| May 8, 2018 |
Instructor: Bryce Roe, Manager of Audio Preservation Services, NEDCC and Karl Fleck, Audio Preservation Engineer Close Info
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| Jul 18, 2018 |
Instructor: Frances Harrell, Senior Preservation Specialist
This webinar introduces participants to the key considerations of writing a preservation plan, an essential tool for coordinating preservation activities over time. Participants will learn about the steps of preservation planning, including assessment, prioritization, and the identification of resource needs. Different types of assessment for preservation planning will also be discussed as well as how to communicate the value of preservation planning to all stakeholders involved. Participants will also leave having seen a sample preservation plan. Close Info
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| Nov 13, 2018 |
Instructor: Ann Marie Willer, Director of Preservation Services at NEDCC and Mary Downs, Senior Program Officer, National Endowment for the Humanities
Be ready for the new grant deadline on January 15, 2019! This webinar covers the issues that should be considered when preparing to submit an NEH Preservation Assistance Grant. Emphasis will be on preparing the grant narrative, making the case for your project, getting requisite information from consultants, and putting together a good budget. Close Info
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NEDCC offers a student discount for our multi-session courses, Preservation 101 and Fundamentals of Audiovisual Preservation. We do not offer any other discounts (e.g. early bird, group, etc.).
NEDCC is grateful for support from the National Endowment for the Humanities for its training programs, outreach activities, and web resources.
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