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The
CALL
FOR APPLICANTS
September 2007
Preservation Needs Assessments
A Preservation Needs Assessment
is a key first step in developing a preservation plan for collections. In
addition to pinpointing areas of concern, the preservation needs assessment is
widely recognized as a valuable tool in fundraising for collections.
Eligibility:
If
your institution owns a paper-based humanities collection that is available to
the public on a regularly scheduled basis and has historical and educational
significance, you are eligible to apply for participation in
Process:
The
preservation needs assessment process encompasses a general evaluation of the
institution’s preservation needs for their collection: environment
(temperature, relative humidity, pollution and light), housekeeping, pest
control, fire protection, security, and disaster preparedness; collection
storage, handling, exhibition, and treatment; and preservation planning.
The site visit consists of a review of the site, an examination of the
collection, and interviews with relevant staff. The written report
provides observations, recommendations, and resources to serve as a guide in
the development of a comprehensive preservation plan for the collection.
Cost:
Through
funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities,
Deadline:
The deadline for application is Friday, December 7, 2007. Additional
deadlines may be posted after this date.
Application forms for the Preservation Needs Assessment Program can be
found on
If you have questions or want to discuss the
suitability of this program for your institution, please contact
Preservation Services
Office
Tel: (215) 545-0613
Fax: (215) 735-9313
http://www.ccaha.org
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Congress created the National Endowment for the Humanities in
1965 as an independent agency that supports education, research, preservation projects,
and public programs in the humanities.
Laura Hortz Stanton
Director of Preservation Services
Phone: 215-545-0613
Fax: 215-735-9313
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