Preservation of Collections in Theological Libraries

Authors

Douglas L. Gragg (ed)
Harvard University
DOI: https://doi.org/10.31046/ny9p0x11

Keywords:

Preservation, Archives, Theological libraries, Physical collections, Library materials, Mold prevention, Policies, Photographs, Microfilm, Hymnals

Synopsis

This volume introduces readers to the most important principles and practices for preserving library and archival collections. Through a combination of informational chapters and case studies, authors provide clear and practical advice on:

  • Maximizing the longevity of physical materials that librarians and archivists commonly collect
  • Maintaining appropriate levels of temperature and humidity for the storage of materials
  • Implementing simple, affordable practices and preventive measures to protect collections and stay prepared for emergencies
  • Responding to a specific preservation challenge, such as a mold outbreak
  • Digitizing print materials and how this relates to preserving originals

Chapters

  • Introduction
    Douglas L. Gragg
    Introduction
  • An Ounce of Prevention
    Basic Principles for Preserving Physical Collections
    Erin Mollenhauer
    Chapter 1
  • Getting The Picture
    Preserving Photograph Collections
    Amanda Maloney, Elena Bulat
    Chapter 2
  • Keeping Your Cool
    A Practical Guide to Climate Control
    Ezra Choe, Beth Farwell
    Chapter 3
  • Size Doesn’t Matter
    Advice for Small Theological Libraries
    Karl Stutzman
    Chapter 4
  • Responding to a Mold Outbreak at the Catholic University of Toulouse
    Laura Monneau
    Chapter 5
  • Assessing Risk to the Microfilm Collection at Harvard Divinity School
    Amanda Maloney, Elena Bulat
    Chapter 6
  • Preserving Hungarian Unitarian Church Archives Through Digitization
    Lehel Molnár
    Chapter 7
  • Preserving Hymnals Through Digitization at Gardner-Webb University
    Natalie Bishop, Mariah Hamby
    Chapter 8
  • Reliable Resources for Further Study and Reference
    Lauren Telepak, Priscilla Anderson
    Chapter 9
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Published

May 23, 2024

Series

The Theological Librarian's Handbook
Copyright (c) 2024 Books@Atla Open Press

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6mm x 9mm x .33mm