Protecting Collections: Disaster Prevention, Planning, & Response
Presented by:
Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts
Hosted and Co-Sponsored by:
B & O Railroad Museum
About the Program:
One of the most important steps a cultural institution can take to safeguard its collections is to be prepared in the event of an emergency or disaster. This two-part program will guide participants in risk mitigation, emergency planning and preparedness, response,
and recovery.
The two sessions are scheduled several weeks apart, the first on March 8th and the second on May 12th, in order to give attendees time to undertake several planning assignments. Participants will be asked to prepare a short assignment
prior to the program and additional assignments between the sessions.
By the end of the second session, participants will:
• Develop and complete an emergency preparedness and response plan.
• Learn how to train staff to implement the plan effectively.
• Set pre- and post-disaster action priorities for collections.
• Learn how to use practical decision-making skills during an emergency or disaster.
• Have information on salvaging a variety of materials including books, documents, photos, and objects.
This program is intended for administrators and staff responsible for emergency preparedness, response, and decision-making in cultural institutions. By registering for the program, the institution commits to supporting the attendee(s)
to achieve the program’s disaster preparedness goals.
Location & Time:
B & O Railroad Museum
901 W Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21223
8:30am - 9:00am Registration & Refreshments
9:00am - 4:30pm Program
For more information and to register, click here:
http://bit.ly/protectingcollectionsbaltimore
Funding for this program was provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities, with additional funding from
The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation and The Pew Charitable Trusts.
The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) is a nonprofit conservation facility specializing in the treatment of works on paper, photographs, and books through conservation and state of-the-art digital imaging services.
Founded in 1977, CCAHA serves both nonprofit cultural institutions and private individuals and organizations. CCAHA’s preservation services staff present educational programs, conduct preservation assessments, and develop emergency preparedness plans. CCAHA
also offers fellowships, fundraising support, and disaster assistance. For more information, visit www.ccaha.org
The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of American railroading and its impact on American society, culture, and economy. The Museum is
home to the oldest, most important and comprehensive collection of American railroad artifacts in the world including an unparalleled roster of 19th and 20th century railroad equipment. The 40-acre historic site is regarded as the birthplace of American railroading
and includes the 1851 Mt. Clare Station, the 1884 Baldwin Roundhouse, and the first mile of commercial railroad track in America. For further information on the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum, visit www.borail.org.