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America’s collections are for everyone. They
are
discovered billions of times a year in libraries and
museums across the country. They enlighten and
inspire all of us. Yet they are at risk.
The
Institute of Museum and Library Services has created
Connecting
to Collections: A Call to Action:
a multi-year, multi-faceted national initiative to raise
public awareness and inspire action.
The initiative is grounded in the results of A
Public Trust at Risk: The Heritage Health Index Report
on the State of America’s Collections. Read
more. Please visit this site often to find
resources and ideas you can use to answer this urgent
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The IMLS
Connecting to Collections Bookshelf
A Letter from a Bookshelf Recipient
"With the guidance of the bookshelf, I am happy
to say that we came through the storm with our structures
and collections intact." Read
more.
- Andrew Morrow, Executive Director
Mandarin Museum & Historical Society
Third Round Announced!
Based on the enthusiastic response, IMLS will
offer a third round of competition to distribute an
additional 1000 Bookshelves. Read
more.
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Connecting to Collections Video
Developed to underscore the importance of collections
held in museums, libraries and archives throughout the
U.S., this video inspire communities to take action.
Watch now.
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The National Tour takes the Call to Action on
the road.
Each meeting reaches a broad audience and inspires
participants to share lessons learned and make collections
care a top priority. Learn
more about the National Tour forums:
Atlanta, GA
Preserving America’s Diverse Heritage
Jan. 31 – Feb. 1, 2008
Read more
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video
Denver, CO
Collaboration in the
Digital Age
June 24 – 25, 2008
Read more
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video
San Diego, CA
Care for Living Collections
February 19 – 20, 2009
More coming soon!
Buffalo, NY
Training in Collections Care
June 16 – 17, 2009
More coming soon!
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The most trusted Web sites on the
care of specific types of collections
and conservation issues. Read
more |