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Where Do Those Boxes Come From?

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Toni Vanden Bos

As archivists, we are often asked where to purchase archival supplies, such as boxes, folders, and sleeves, for home use.  It is a great question.  Archival supplies are not typically available through office supply stores, craft stores, or discount mega … Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Celebrate Preservation Week 2015!

Posted on April 27, 2015 by Toni Vanden Bos

American Library Association started Preservation Week in 2010 to raise awareness and promote preservation of individual, family, organizational, and community archives. If you are just starting to think about preserving historical materials in your care, here are a few tips … Continue reading →

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MayDay! Saving Our Archives

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Toni Vanden Bos

May 1st every year is designated as MayDay, a grassroots effort promoted by Heritage Preservation and the Society of American Archivists, to make May 1st a day to do something significant to protect archival collections in the event of a … Continue reading →

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