Practical Approaches to Collections Care

Practical Approaches to Collections Care offers practical solutions for preserving cultural heritage collections, covering collection housing, space planning, environmental management, facilities care, emergency preparedness, and more. It provides examples and easy-to-follow guides for institutions of all sizes, encouraging small actions that can make a significant difference in preserving heritage for future generations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 186 pages
Publication date: 29 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

While cultural heritage practitioners and caretakers often face intimidation from best practices, Practical Approaches to Collections Care offers a comprehensive and reassuring guide to preservation. Authored by a Preservation Specialist with over a decade of experience in libraries, museums, archives, and historic sites, the book provides a step-by-step approach to collection housing, space planning, environmental management, facilities care, emergency preparedness, and much more. Drawing from her extensive expertise, the author discusses realistic, efficient, and sustainable approaches to collection care, offering practical examples and easy-to-follow guides that can be applied to institutions of all sizes.

Beginning with an introduction to the importance of preservation, the book delves into the various aspects of collection care. It covers topics such as collection housing, space planning, environmental management, facilities care, emergency preparedness, digitization, conservation, and preservation ethics. Each chapter is filled with practical insights and strategies, accompanied by case studies and examples from real-world institutions.

One of the key strengths of Practical Approaches to Collections Care is its applied approach. The author encourages readers to start by taking small, manageable steps, demonstrating that even the smallest of actions can make a significant difference in preserving collections and ensuring their longevity for future generations. The book provides easy-to-follow guides and templates that readers can use to develop or enhance their existing collection care programs, making it an essential tool for stewards of cultural heritage collections.

Whether you are a collections manager, registrar, preservation specialist, or student engaged in the study of collections care, this book will be a valuable resource. It offers a comprehensive and practical understanding of preservation, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to safeguard and preserve the world's cultural heritage. By embracing the principles outlined in Practical Approaches to Collections Care, you can play a vital role in ensuring that the treasures of our past remain accessible and cherished for generations to come.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032037530