Preservation Help
The National Preservation Office and its handbooks can help with preservation questions about your collections.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to some frequently asked questions about caring for your precious items, with links to guides, training, and suppliers.
Funding agencies
There are a number of opportunities available to museums, libraries or archives wishing to undertake preservation projects.
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Artworks on Paper
A guide to caring for works of art on paper, including original items (e.g. watercolours, pencil sketches) and prints (e.g. etchings, lithographs).
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Books
Careful handling and proper storage can extend the life of your books, whether they are family heirlooms or modern publications.
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Digital Photographs
Some tips for extending the life of your digital photographs.
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Family Collections
Family collections often consist of precious but fragile items: letters, newspaper collections, certificates and scrapbooks. This guide gives advice on protecting these collections.
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Photographs
A guide to handling, storing, and displaying photographs safely to ensure they last as long as possible.
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Sound Recordings
Sound recordings are easily damaged, but by taking precautions you can extend their lifetime.
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Disaster Recovery
Contact us for advice in protecting your collections from damage caused by disaster.
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