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Wed, 01/10/2024

‘A Strong Voice for Collections: Advocacy in Collections Care’ Webinar Recording Now Available!

Everyone involved in collections work has a role to play as an advocate for their care. DHPSNY's webinar A Strong Voice for Collections: Advocacy in Collections Care explores internal advocacy with a focus on collections…

Fri, 01/05/2024

‘Mold: Prevention, Detection, and Response’ Webinar Recording Now Available

In DHPSNY’s latest webinar, Mold: Prevention, Detection, and Response, Associate Preventative Conservator Maddie Cooper covers the basics of mold: what it is, why it happens to archival and library materials, how to reco…

Wed, 12/27/2023

Antiracism Resources: Making the Invisible, Visible

During our November Dialogue, “Northern Slavery Collective: A Framework for Inclusive History,” we had the chance to learn more about the Northern Slavery Collective from two member organizations: Dyckman Farmhouse Museu…

Fri, 12/22/2023

Happy Holidays! Unwrap the Magic of DHPSNY: Our 2023 Annual Newsletter Has Arrived

Season's Greetings! As the year draws to a close, we are thrilled to present the 2023 edition of DHPSNY News, our annual print publication chronicling the team’s adventures delivering free programs and services to collec…

Wed, 12/20/2023

Announcing the DHPSNY Spring 2024 Planning & Assessment Deadline

We're excited to announce that applications are open for DHPSNY Planning & Assessment Services, and the next submission deadline is Friday, March 8, 2024. Planning & Assessment services pair accepted organizations with D…

Thu, 12/14/2023

‘Stories from the Field: Transcribing the John Torrey Papers at the New York Botanical Garden’ Webinar Recording Now Available!

In an effort to make the correspondence of Dr. John Torrey more accessible to researchers, the New York Botanical Garden initiated a project called Digitizing and Transcribing the John Torrey Papers: Natural Science and…

Wed, 12/13/2023

DHPS Tips: Capturing Family Memories During the Holidays

As we head into the last few weeks of the year, perhaps the cadence of work is slowing. Many of us have time off on the calendar and plans to see family. https://twitter.com/adweak And while we spend our days taking care…

Thu, 10/26/2023

Don't Miss Intro to Emergency Planning Online Course

This November, join us for a 2-week immersive learning experience that will set your institution up for success in times of crisis. Participants will not only learn the essentials of emergency preparedness, but also have…

Tue, 10/17/2023

DHPSNY Fall Planning & Assessment Deadline EXTENDED!

We are excited to announce that the deadline to apply to our fall 2023 Planning & Assessment Services round has been extended — we will now be accepting applications until midnight EST on Friday, November 17. If you and…

Sun, 10/15/2023

DHPS Tips: Celebrating American Archives Month with Collections Advocacy

Each October, the Society of American Archivists leads the celebration of American Archives Month, emphasizing the significance of preserving historical documents and records. This observance serves as a poignant reminde…

Wed, 10/11/2023

Antiracism Resources: Creating Meaningful and Accessible Collections the Antiracist Way

Processes and approaches are one of the most efficient ways for our organizations to shift our practices and culture to an antiracism lens. On September 14, our antiracism education series facilitator, Aria Camaione-Lind…

Wed, 10/11/2023

Don't Miss Out! Apply Now for DHPSNY Services – Deadline November 3

Strengthen your organization's preservation capacity with DHPSNY Planning & Assessment Services. DHPSNY services connect your organization with our expert team to discuss your current practices, offer valuable recommenda…