Preservation

Taking care of damaged family history papers and memorabilia

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Whether it’s the awful fires in California or elsewhere, blizzards, hurricanes, leaky roof, or house fires, family historians often have losses and damage to family history materials. The links below are helpful websites mentioned by the Society of American Archivists. (SAA). DISASTER RECOVERY RESOURCES Disaster Response and Recovery Guides (FAIC) https://www.culturalheritage.org/resources/emergencies/disaster-response-recovery Records Emergencies Guides (NARA) […]

What’s in your attic or garage? Please donate historical items for safe storage and retrieval

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I’ve discussed this in previous posts and also in some recent online discussions. It’s time to post more about safe storage and donations of historical items. My questions and suggestions also apply to an old spinning wheel, trunk, or piece of furniture.  Are you one of the lucky people whose home includes an old bible, […]

Minnesota Historical Society website and preservation

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The Minnesota Historical Society’s website has many great features. I have blogged about some of these. Scroll down the right side of this blog to see the index to past posts. One of the important sections is “Preserve Your Family Treasures” which I have found to be quite helpful. The topics discussed are oral histories, […]