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
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…
Antiracism Resources: Understanding Our Changing Communities
Each year, DHPSNY Dialogues bring cultural heritage professionals together to engage in meaningful discussions about the challenges and…
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…
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…
Upcoming Programs
