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
Preservation Week 2025: Career Tips for Emerging Preservation Professionals
Preservation Week, sponsored by the American Library Association and celebrated during the last week of April, is an annual recognition…
When Disaster Strikes: 3 Lessons from DHPSNY’s Salvage Workshop
Disasters—whether caused by storms, burst pipes, or human error—can wreak havoc on cultural collections in an instant. The key to…
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…
Upcoming Programs
