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Fri, 03/21/2025
DHPS TIPS: Dusting vs. Vacuuming in Collections Care
Maintaining a clean and safe environment for archival collections is essential for preservation. However, not all cleaning methods are equally suitable for every situation. A common question is determining when to dust v…
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Tue, 03/04/2025
'Preservation in Exhibits' Webinar Recording Now Available!
In our most recent webinar, DHPSNY's Preservation Specialist, Kate Jacus, provides a comprehensive overview of strategies for planning and installing exhibits of archival collections while prioritizing their long-term pr…
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Thu, 02/20/2025
DHPS Tips | The Great Glove Debate: Best Practices for Handling Cultural Heritage Objects
When it comes to handling cultural heritage objects, few topics spark as much debate as the use of gloves. Should you wear them? If so, which kind? If not, why? The answers to these questions are not as clear-cut as one…
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Wed, 02/05/2025
Congrats to Our Newest Planning & Assessment Class!
We're pleased to announce our independent field reviewers have selected 13 institutions to receive DHPSNY services. We commend the following organizations for their dedication to enhancing their preservation programs and…
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Wed, 02/05/2025
Antiracism Resources: Understanding Our Changing Communities
Each year, DHPSNY Dialogues bring cultural heritage professionals together to engage in meaningful discussions about the challenges and opportunities shaping our field. In 2025, our series focuses on Collections for the…
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Wed, 02/05/2025
Behind the Lens: Condition Surveys
Welcome to Behind the Lens, where we offer an inside look at DHPSNY Planning & Assessment Services. Through this series, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of our assessment process and outcomes, with first-hand accounts…
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Thu, 01/16/2025
Announcing Our Spring 2025 Planning & Assessment Deadline!
We're excited to announce that we are accepting applications for DHPSNY Planning & Assessment Services, and the next submission deadline is Friday, March 14, 2025. Offered free of cost to New York State collecting instit…
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Wed, 01/08/2025
2024 DHPS Tips Wrapped
What songs were on your Spotify Wrapped for 2024? Wrapped is the annual compilation of the five artists, songs, and genres that users listened to the most on music streaming platform Spotify throughout the previous year.…
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Mon, 12/23/2024
Presenting the 2024 DHPSNY News!
As 2024 comes to a close, we want to express our heartfelt thanks to New York State’s cultural heritage community. Your dedication to preserving and sharing the state’s archival collections and library research materials…
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Thu, 12/05/2024
Antiracism Resources: Unfinished Revolutions - Telling Complete and Inclusive Stories
In our final Dialogue of the year, “Unfinished Revolutions: Telling Complete and Inclusive Stories,” we invited participants to explore revolutionary moments in our local histories that bridge the gap between our collect…
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Wed, 12/04/2024
DHPS Tips: Safeguarding Collections Over the Winter
Winter in New York State brings unique challenges to the preservation of paper and photographic collections. While cozy fires and snowy landscapes may be picturesque, the cold season poses significant risks to these deli…
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Wed, 11/20/2024
Last Call for Planning & Assessment Applications!
We’re approaching the finish line for 2024 Planning & Assessment Services, but there’s still time to complete an application for the final round of the year! To be considered for the fall review period, be sure to submit…
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