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CARLI Preservation Working Group - Webliography
Revised 6.28.2011 This webliography of preservation and conservation resources was compiled by members of the CARLI Preservation Working Group to provide guidance to member libraries on curatorial and preservation issues. The resources listed below have been selected from the offerings of organizations involved in the conservation and preservation of information sources in all media. From gateway websites to small leaflets, all are freely available on the web. Send comments and corrections to support@carli.illinois.edu. These links will be checked by the CARLI Preservation Working Group for accuracy every three months. If you encounter any problems with listed links, please contact the provided e-mail address. This webliography is for informational purposes only; inclusion of sites does not constitute an endorsement. Table of ContentsGeneral TopicsSpecific Topics
General TopicsGeneral Preservation and Conservation Resource SitesHeritage Preservation, the National Institute for Conservation Conservation Online (CoOL) An excellent site, hosted by Stanford University, for conservation professionals and those interested in conservation treatment of all types. Some of this site's offerings include Audio Preservation, Digital Imaging, Disaster Preparedness and Response, Electronic Records and Digital Archives, Environmental Monitoring and Control, Library Binding, Motion Picture Film Preservation, Mold, Pest Management, and Video Preservation Caring for your Collections A site from the Library of Congress, covering basic preservation procedures for multiple formats and materials. Includes (but not limited to) Care, Handling and Storage of Books; Care, Handling and Storage of Motion Picture Film; Caring for your Photographic Collections; Cylinder, Disc and Tape Care in a Nutshell; Guide to Preservation Matting and Framing; Leather Dressing; and Preserving Works on Paper: Manuscripts, Drawings, Prints, Posters, Maps, Documents Other resources available from the Library of Congress include Digital Preservation; Emergency Drying Procedures for Water Damaged Collections; Emergency Preparedness; Fire Response and Recovery; Foundation Grants for Preservation in Libraries, Archives, and Museums; and Insurance/Risk Management Lyrasis provides a wealth of free Preservation and Conservation resources, many of which will be found here.
and Collections Care, Disaster Planning and Recovery, Digital, Environment, Vendors/Suppliers, as well as documents in Spanish. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Preservation Pages A sample of the resources available on the NARA site includes
A Manual for Small Archives: Conservation A succinct, brief overview of good conservation practices published by the Archives Association of British Columbia. Note: copyrighted material; permission requested. Canadian Conservation Institute Notes More preservation/conservation oriented pamphlets on various topics. Pamphlets must be ordered from CCI but there are always sample pamphlets on view at the website. The CCI also has documents such as Basic Care of Books and Controlling Insect Pests with Low Temperature. The CCI has created the Preserving My Heritage site. This is a general website for preservation of family treasures. It is written for the public as well as institutions with basic preservation questions. The CCI produces the Bibliographic Database of the Conservation Information Network(BCIN), a bibliographic database of professional conservation literature. From the National Park Service, Conserve O Grams "are short, focused leaflets about caring for museum objects, published in loose-leaf format. New topics are added as needed and out-of-date issues are revised or deleted. Semiannual supplements will be issued for an indeterminate period." (from website) Many relate to museum collections, the ones noted are on topics of interest to libraries.
Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC) Some of their documents include:
General Supply VendorsTalas is a resource for specialized conservation, preservation, and restoration supplies. Hollinger Metal Edge offers a wide range of high quality preservation and conservation quality materials, similar to other popular distibutors, but is particularly convenient for smaller institutions in that they sell most items by the piece or in small quanities. Offers many materials for housing and storing library materials. This company will additionally do custom-size boxes. Gaylord Archival A division of the larger Gaylord Bros. Co offering a reasonable array of products at reasonable prices, especially if bought in quantity. Blogs and ListservsConservation DistList General, digested listserv for conservation information PADG The ALA Preservation Administrator Discussion Group Listserv. Open to anybody interested in library preservation administration. ARCSList A listserv about the preservation and access to collections of recorded sound. University of Chicago Library, Special Collections Research Center blog A blog authored by full-time staff members of the research center; includes preservation tips. Preservation & Conservation Administration News (PCAN) is a portal for news editorials, essays, book reviews, job postings and other relevant content as they relate to preservation and conservation program administration IUL Preservation Lab Blog (Indiana University) Morris Library Preservation (Southern Illinois University Carbondale) Parks Library Preservation (Library & Archives Preservation at Iowa State University Preservation: A weblog about preservation, conservation, and the stewardship of the UCLA’s Library’s collection Preservation Beat (The University of Iowa Libraries) Preservation Services at Dartmouth College Preservation Underground (Duke University Libraries) GlossariesBookbinding and the Conservation of books: A Dictionary of Descriptive Terminology by Etherington and Roberts. An excellent on-line dictionary (often illustrated) of bookbinding and conservation terminology. Specific TopicsAssessment PlanningNortheast Document Conservation Center Preservation Leaflets Comprehensive collection of informational leaflets on a wide variety of preservation topics, including planning, emergency management (water damage, mold, pests), and handling of specific types of materials. A sample of specific topics include The Needs Assessment Survey, Considerations for Prioritizing, and Collections Policies and Preservation. Selection for Preservation Criteria from RLG, Cornell, and Harvard List of recommendations for reviewers when assessing materials that could be rare or valuable. Audio-Visual Preservation (Analog and Digital)Audiovisual Self-Assessment Program (AvSAP) The AvSAP is a web-based media preservation tool that leads non-specialists through the process of assessing analog media such as film, video, and sound recordings for preservation priorities. Through ample tutorials and educational components, even those who have no experience with audiovisual collections can learn what they have and how to determine its condition. At the completion of the AvSAP, users receive a prioritized list of the AV materials they assessed listed in preservation priority order. The “CCAHA Online Media Preservation Video Series” is a online video (or DVD) version of much of the information presented through their popular "A Race Against Time: Preserving AV Media" workshop series. Recorded segments include overviews from several preservation experts and highlight other important related programs and links. Conservation On-Line(CoOL):Audio Preservation Audio Preservation/Restoration University of Washington Music Library Sound Savings: Preserving Audio Collections (Proceedings from the Symposium), Association of Research Libraries Preservation Section Association for Recorded Sound Collections A nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation and study of sound recordings. Provides links to discussion lists and a directory of members and nonmembers who offer services, equipment, and supplies. Cylinder, Disc and Tape Care in a Nutshell Succinct guide from the Library of Congress to handling, storage, cleaning, and packaging these formats. Association of Moving Image Archivists Links to guidelines and manuals on film and videotape preservation. Care and Handling of CDs and DVDs: A Guide for Librarians and Archivists CLIR report that provides guidance on extending life expectancy for optical disc media by minimizing damage caused by physical handling and environmental factors. Sound Directions: Best Practices for Audio Preservation From an NEH-funded project, this report indicates best practices for digitization as well as current and emerging standards. Provides information on two levels: for the general audience and for specialists (audio engineers and digital librarians). CARLI AudioVisual Preservation Forum - October 2009 Book Repair and ConservationA Simple Book Repair Manual From Dartmouth University's Preservation Services. Includes principles and practical instructions for identifying and performing needed repairs. Book Repair Manual This manual was created for the Illinois Cooperative Conservation Program in 1984, and remains a standard for training in book repair. “Conservation Book Repair: a training manual” by Artemis BonaDea, Alaska State Library. A training manual for libraries developed through a series of workshops for personnel within the state of Alaska. Guide for Selecting a Conservator Guide provided by the American Institute for Conservation outlining what type of work conservators do and how to negotiate work with a private conservator. A link to a searchable database of private conservators for all fields is available at the bottom of the page at AIC Form for Selecting a Conservator. *NOTE*For book repair or rebinding through a local bookbinder (these may or MAY NOT be conservation quality repairs) see "Bookbinders" in your local yellow pages. Indiana University's Repair and Enclosure Treatments Manual includes Repair Treatments, Enclosure Treatments, Hand Tools, Shop Tools, Supplies and Materials, and Glossary and Appendices. Syracuse University’s Conservation Manuals includes Conservation Recase, Molded Paper Spine, Thin Paper Spine, One-Piece Tuxedo Phase Box, Two-Piece Tuxedo Phase Box, Phase Box, Corrugated Cardboard Clamshell Box, Drop Spine Box, Windowed Drop Spine Box, and Encapsulation Digital Preservation and Digitization for PreservationThe National Archives: Digital Preservation Succinct guidance notes provide advice on selection of file formats and storage media as well as care, handling and storage of media. The 3R's of digital stewardship Another presentation from Harvard. The 3 R's are: Risk Management, Repository, and Roles & Responsibilities. Disaster Planning and ResponseJune 2009 IL Fire Services Institute Burn Simulation and Recovery including Disaster Planning Workshop dPlan: The Online Disaster-Planning Tool A Free Template for Writing Disaster Plans is a free online program to help institutions write comprehensive disaster plans. It provides an easy-to-use template that allows museums, libraries, archives, and other cultural institutions of all sizes to develop a customized plan. ALA Disaster Preparedness Clearinghouse Contains links to resources for disaster planning, collection valuation, collection preservation and recovery, and more. Wet Books in High Density Book Storage: What really happens and what can we do about it? Another powerpoint from Harvard's preservation center. Tips for Salvaging Water Damaged Valuables The American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (AIC) and Heritage Preservation offer general recommendations for homeowners who have had family heirlooms and other valuables damaged by flooding. Includes information about finding a professional conservator and links to additional resources from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Emergency Preparedness and Response This site from CalPreservation.org is an excellent starting point for libraries, archives or other organizations wishing to develop a disaster plan document. Included is a workbook, disaster plan template, resource links and a disaster plan exercise which can be used to determine readiness and to train staff on handling materials during an emergency. Disaster Recovery: Salvaging Books Guidelines for disaster recovery from the Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts. Emphasis is on effective options for drying wet books. This organization has Salvaging Photograph Collections available as well. A Primer on Disaster Preparedness, Management and Response: Paper-Based Materials This National Archives Records Administration publication provides information on staff emergency response as well as procedures to salvage and pack archival and library materials. Preserving Treasures After the Disaster Part of the Library of Congress Preservation site, this link presents information about salvaging books, documents, photographic materials, textiles, furniture (upholstered and wooden, paintings, Cd's, computer disks, recordings, and computer hard drives. Includes some photos and video demonstrations. Salvage at a Glance Western Association for Art Conservation's Salvage at a Glance includes handling, priority and drying methods in case of a water-based disaster. From the National Park Service, Health and Safety Hazards Arising From Floods, 2002, and Salvage of Water-Damaged Collections: Salvage at a Glance, 2002. ExhibitsTreasures at Risk An online exhibit of preservation problems at Harvard. A Virtual Exhibition of the Ravages of Dust, Water, Moulds, Fungi, Bookworms and Other Pests Examples from the European Commission on Preservation and Access of what can happen to library and archival materials if they are not properly cared for. From the NEDCC, Protecting Paper and Book Collections During Exhibition Grants and DevelopmentCapitalize on Collections Care (Joint program between Heritage Preservation and IMLS on fundraising for Collections Care) NEH Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Instituions These grants, for up to $5,000, cover many of the basic preservation needs for smaller institutions, or even smaller collections within larger institutions. Funding is availalbe for preservation assessments, preservation consultants, purhcase of storage furniture and/or preservation supplies, puchase of environmental monitoring equipment, and education and training expenses. NEH Challenge Grants NEH challenge grants help institutions and organizations secure long-term improvements in and support for their humanities programs and resources. For a full listing of National Endowment for the Humanities grants in the area of Preservation Access see: NEH Division of Preservation and Access Grants Legal IssuesCopyright Issues Relevant for Digital Preservation and Dissemination of Pre-1972 Commercial Sound Recordings by Libraries and Archives A 2005 CLIR report by June Besek that summarizes what libraries and archives are legally empowered to do to preserve and make accessible for research their holdings of pre-1972 commercial recordings. Copyright and Cultural Institutions: Guidelines for Digitization for U.S. Libraries, Archives, and Museums Hosted by the Social Science Research Network, this 275-page PDF is provided under Creative Commons license. Originally written in Australia as “Guidelines for Digitisation” this version has been updated by Cornell’s Peter B. Hirtle based on American law and practice. Copyright fundamentals, duration, rights & infringement, and fair use are discussed; and how libraries and archives should consider and are impacted by copyright considerations. National Recording Preservation Act Text and explanation of H.R. 4846, which established the National Recording Registry (Library of Congress) for the preservation of sound recordings. Library BindingANSI/NISO/LBI Z39.78-2000 Library Binding Standards The ANSI/NISO standard for commercial library binding. Library Binding Institute Homepage for the Library Binding Institute, which is the premiere information resource on library binding. It exists to ensure the highest standards in library binding and to create awareness that library binding is the best long-term collections maintenance preservation option. LBI list of member binderies These library binderies, as members of the LBI adhere to the standards set forth in teh ANSI/NISO standard for commercial library binding. Mold, Pests and the EnvironmentEnvironmental Monitoring and Control A concise introduction to the issues surrounding environmental control in libraries. Topics covered: temperature and relative humidity; atmospheric and particulate pollution; light; mold; insects and pests; improving the environment. Includes short bibliography. BugGuide One of the few on-line keys for insect classification as an aid in identifying pests caught in an integrated pest management program. Has its limitations, but an excellent quick reference for some species. Conservation Online's links to IPM This page provides links to various pest management topics for libraries including bibliographies and resources for fumigation. Invasion of the Giant Mold Spore This is a great basic introduction to the topic of mold and its activities, includes a useful bibliography. Mold Prepared by the Center for Disease Control, this site contains links to general information about mold and identification, remediation, and cleanup of mold. Identifying Mold on Paper Provides definitions of mold and mildew, causes of mold, health hazards associated with mold. Protective Enclosures and StorageThe NEDCC has several leaflets for 'Storage and Handling'. Storage Methods and Handling Practices, Storage Enclosures for Books and Artifacts on Paper, Polyester Film Book Jacket, Storage Solutions for Oversized Paper Artifacts, and Storage Enclosures for Photographic Materials among others. Special Collections and ArchivesACRL/RBMS Guidelines Regarding Security and Theft in Special Collections Prepared by the RBMS Security Committee in 2008 and approved by ACRL in 2009, this document guides collection managers in providing appropriate security and developing a strategy for responding to theft. ACRL/RBMS Guidelines on the Selection and Transfer of Materials from General Collections to Special Collections (approved July 1, 2008). Prepared by the Rare Books and Manuscripts Section of ACRL, this document guides collection managers in selecting and transferring items from general collections into special collections repositories. Misperceptions about white gloves An article sponsored by IFLA that discusses practices for handling special collections materials, and why white gloves are no longer commonly used. National Archives Preservation. This page outlines the activities of the Documents Conservation and Special Media Preservation Laboratories and includes links to policies for Holdings Maintenance, Storage, Emergency Preparedness, Conservation and Special Formats. TrainingCare and Handling of Library Materials A powerpoint presentation used for staff training at Harvard. Harvard University’s Archived Preservation Programs Harvard has produced training presentations in video and PowerPoint for a variety of library materials including grooved and incised media, magnetic media, film, optical media and several presentations on the Care and Handling of Library materials. This also includes links to wet disaster recovery, collections reformatting, conservation and digital preservation. Lyrasis provides distance education (webinars) and self-paced courses on many preservation topics including, "Mammoth Materials: How to Preserve Posters, Maps, and More," "Understanding Digital Photographs," "Audiovisual Preservation on a Shoestring Budget," and many others. CARLI members pay the nonmenber rate for classes. OtherWebjunction Illinois Homepage A resource for the Illinois library community. It contains information on all areas of librarianship. Here is a page Heritage Health Index The Heritage Health Index is the first comprehensive survey to assess the condition and preservation needs of U. S. collections. Archival Products Newsletter A quarterly newsletter, published by the Archival Products company, for libraries. Articles cover a wide range of topics, including: pest control, disaster recovery, protective enclosures, book repair, moving and storage of collections. |