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Greetings from the Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC), a nonprofit that preserves cultural collections nationwide. Explore the list below for upcoming preservation training.

Participants who are eligible Certified Archivists can earn Archival Recertification Credits (ARCs) through the Academy of Certified Archivists for many of our programs.

>> WEBINARS <<

Celebrating with Collections: List-Minute Preservation Reminders for the 250^th (FREE)

April 23 (1 hour)

With the 250th anniversary right around the corner, this webinar will also include tips for how to prioritize for preservation at the last minute and make the most of your remaining planning time!
https://www.nedcc.org/event-template/?eventtemplate=71-celebrating-with-collections-lastminute-preservation-reminders-for-the-250th

Emergency Readiness in Collections Stewardship (ERICS) Online Training

May 6-7 (2 half-day sessions)

Join us for two half-days of live, online training with targeted instruction and structured lab sessions. You’ll begin drafting emergency planning documents for your institution, receive guidance from instructors and peers, and can extend your learning with recommended pre- and post-session activities.

https://www.nedcc.org/preservation-training/erics-2026

Managing Moving Image Collections

May 14 (1 hour)

This webinar introduces participants to concepts that will facilitate the care and management of moving image collections.

https://www.nedcc.org/event-template/?eventtemplate=89-managing-moving-image-collections

Digital Preservation Storage 101

May 21 (1 hour)

If you are completely new to digital preservation storage, or simply need a refresher or tips for how to work with your IT department, this webinar will help you improve storage at your institution.

https://www.nedcc.org/event-template/?eventtemplate=9-digital-preservation-storage-101

Writing a Disaster Plan
Jun 16, 18 (2-hour sessions, EDT)
Having a disaster plan is an important part of collections stewardship. This two-part course empowers participants to complete the critical stages of becoming more prepared for the unexpected.
https://www.nedcc.org/event-template/?eventtemplate=8-writing-a-disaster-plan

>> FREE PRESERVATION WEEK RESOURCES <<

Preservation Week inspires action to preserve your collections. Below are a few free resources to help in this goal:

Pocket Response Plan (PRR)

The PRR includes essential emergency response information for your organization. Instructions are available here: nedcc.org/assets/media/documents/dPlan/PRR-Whatis-instructions-20240429.pdf

Preservation Leaflets

Explore a range of preservation topics from emergency management to reformatting:

https://www.nedcc.org/free-resources/preservation-leaflets/overview

Free Webinars

Writing Grants for Audio Preservation and Reformatting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBWzXqOrnTI&t=3s

Grant Writing for Collections Preservation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50pTL5oDDwc&t=2s

No Budget Preservation Tips

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjheICyXctU&t=2s