Hello Arlisians,
I manage a small research library (22,000 volumes, 4,000 artist files, 600 linear feet of archives collections) housed within the office of our non-profit organization. The org is looking to vacate our current space into a different space with a better street presence and smaller footprint to accommodate a staff that is largely working remotely (except for the librarian!). In anticipation of a possible move within the year I am trying to be proactive and begin working on a moving plan as soon as possible.
I recently joined the Space Planning SIG and I have begun a literature review, but I thought I would also ask the listserv if anyone has been involved directly in moving a sizable collection between separate buildings. Any tips, takeaways or pitfalls to share? I am a solo librarian, so I will need to enlist some outside help in the logistics of packing the collection.
Feel free to contact me directly. I am happy to compile responses if others are interested in learning more as well.
Beth GoodrichLibrarian
Direct: 612-206-3118
1224 Marshall Street NE, Suite 200
Minneapolis, MN 55413