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Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Welcome
Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York (DHPSNY) is a statewide program that provides free planning and education services to support the vast network of collecting institutions such as archives, libraries, historical societies, museums, and other organizations that safeguard and ensure access to New York's historical records and library research materials.
OVERVIEW of DHPSNY
What we do:
- Planning & Assessment Services
- Educational programs
- Communications and outreach
Our goals:
- Improved adherence to standards and best practices for preservation and accessibility
- Improved documentation of under-represented populations and topics
- Increased public awareness of the value of New York’s historical records and library research materials and increased use of these resources
Recent News Items
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…
'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…
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,…
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…
Upcoming Programs
Apr
17
Thu
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
May
27
Tue
Basic Salvage Techniques: Elmsford
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Jun
5
Thu
Basic Salvage Techniques: Troy
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
