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The Institute of Museum and Library Services’ Connecting to Collections initiative is a call to action, spurring activity at the local, state and national level to care for America’s collections.

This video was developed to underscore the importance of collections held in museums, libraries and archives throughout the U.S., and to inspire communities to take action.

Here are some suggestions for how you can use this video:

• Show it at community meetings.
• Play it on a continuous loop in your institution’s lobby.
• Display a sign next to the video, soliciting donations of time and funds to help your institution care for its collection.
• Show it at your next board or friends group meeting.
• Share it with your local public officials.
• Show it to potential donors, foundations, and corporations.
• Link to this page from your institution's Web site.

Produced by Watertown Productions for the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Heritage Preservation.

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