Blog | Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York

Fri, 09/10/2021
Congrats to the DHPSNY Summer 2021 Planning & Assessment Class!

We're excited to announce a new Planning & Assessment Services class from our second application round of 2021! We look forward to beginning virtual site visits for the following institutions in the coming months. The ne…
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Tue, 09/07/2021
“Implementing Cold Storage Solutions at Storm King Art Center” Webinar Recording Now Available!

In our most recent live webinar presentation, Christine Persche, Archivist, Storm King Art Center, shared insight and lessons learned from the implementation of cold storage solutions. This presentation covered obtaining…
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Tue, 08/31/2021
"Finding Aids: Tools and Tips for Basic Description: Webinar Recording Now Available!

In our most recent live webinar presentation, Kate Philipson, Archives Specialist, DHPSNY, explored practical steps to help you create finding aids on a basic level. She discussed how to prioritize the required elements…
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Wed, 08/25/2021
Introducing Our NEW Online Course: Understanding the 10 Agents of Deterioration

Understanding the 10 Agents of Deterioration is a 2-week, virtual course that will cover basic knowledge needed to identify and understand the 10 Agents of Deterioration that may threaten your collections: Light; Incorre…
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Tue, 08/24/2021
Antiracism Resources: Annual Check-in and Update

This month marks one full year that DHPSNY has been coordinating, writing about, and sharing antiracism resources for collecting institutions in this blog series. We have compiled a lot of ideas and projects from around…
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Thu, 08/19/2021
Flood Warning: Tropical Storm Henri to Move Up East Coast

Tropical Storm Henri is expected to strengthen into a hurricane over the western Atlantic by Friday, potentially continuing on a path that could affect northeastern states from Long Island to Cape Cod. Here are some tips…
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Mon, 08/16/2021
Introducing Foundational Planning Assistance!

DHPSNY is excited to announce a new addition to our Planning & Assessment Services—Foundational Planning Assistance! Foundational Planning Assistance is geared towards organizations that may not feel they are ready for D…
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Tue, 08/10/2021
Antiracism Resources: Inclusive Vendors in the Archives & Conservation Field

One of the most direct ways to drive change in a community can be deciding where to spend your money. Shopping at BIPOC-, LGBTQ+-, and women-owned and/or operated businesses are great ways to make a difference by support…
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Thu, 07/29/2021
Antiracism Resources: Institutions Share Their Conscious Editing Practices

Just a few weeks ago in this series, we discussed the importance of conscious editing and reparative description, and some resources to help engage in this work internally. There has been a lot of discussion lately aroun…
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Wed, 07/28/2021
DHPSNY Mentorship Applications Now Open!

We're excited to announce a new round of DHPSNY's Mentorship Program! The current application is for cohorts that will meet from September 2021 through February 2022. Applications for this round must be received by Augus…
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Tue, 07/20/2021
“Understanding and Managing Liability Insurance” Webinar Recording Now Available!

In our most recent live webinar presentation, Andrew Marietta, VP, Regional Development, New York Council of Nonprofits, presented an overview on the role of insurance, the various types and considerations for risk manag…
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Thu, 07/15/2021
Deadline EXTENDED: Applications for DHPSNY Planning & Assessment Services Due Friday, July 23

The deadline to apply for DHPSNY’s Summer 2021 Planning & Assessment Services Round has been extended! We will now be accepting applications until midnight EST on Friday, July 23. Applicants will be notified of their app…
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