Tag: archives
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Archives Consulting Case Study: Organizing The Little Loomhouse Archives
There’s a special magic in uncovering the stories hidden within an organization’s archives. Recently, I had the pleasure of wrapping up a comprehensive archives consulting project with The Little Loomhouse, a historic nonprofit dedicated to preserving the art of American weaving. This collaboration wasn’t just about organizing files; it was about breathing new life into the legacy of Lou…
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Paper Conservation
Paper is often one of the most vulnerable materials in a collection. Letters, photographs, scrapbooks, and documents are easily damaged by handling, low-quality storage materials, improper repairs, and the passage of time. That’s where paper conservation comes in. Paper conservation focuses on stabilizing these materials so they can be safely handled, stored, and studied. This…
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Custom Archival Storage Boxes & Mounts
Sometimes a standard archival storage box just won’t cut it. Many museum collections include objects that are fragile, damaged, unusually shaped, or need to be handled in very specific ways. In other cases, limited storage space requires solutions that protect objects while making the most of what you have. This is where custom archival storage…
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Archives Management
Archives Management: it’s what transforms a room full of records into a usable, meaningful collection. Without clear systems in place, valuable historical materials can become inaccessible, at risk of damage, or simply forgotten. For many museums, historical societies, and community organizations, archives management is also where support is needed most. At its core, effective archives…
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What does an archivist do?
“What exactly does an archivist do?” It’s a common question I get, and an understandable one. Much of archival work happens quietly, behind the scenes, before records are digitized, exhibits are mounted, and histories are written. Through Kilberg Archival Services, I help individuals and organizations preserve, organize, and make sense of the materials that document…