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
Antiracism Resources: Unfinished Revolutions - Telling Complete and Inclusive Stories
This year's DHPSNY Antiracism Programming takes inspiration from two key resources: the AASLH Making History at 250 Field Guide and the …
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…
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…
Antiracism Resources: Changing Interpretations - Using Treaty Documents to Understand Evolving Perspectives on New York’s Indigenous Communities
This year's DHPSNY Antiracism Programming takes inspiration from two key resources: the AASLH Making History at 250 Field…
Upcoming Programs
Jan
28
Tue
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
