[PADG:2083] CCAHA's Subsidized Preservation Overview Surveys

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CCAHA's Preservation Overview Survey Program for paper-based collections is continuing through the generous funding of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH).

A Preservation Overview Survey can assist you in setting priorities for preservation in your institution, and developing a preservation program for your collections.  The survey can also help your institution acquire grant funding for preservation projects.

PROCESS:
The survey process encompasses a general evaluation of the institution's preservation needs for the collection: environment (temperature, relative humidity, pollution and light), housekeeping, pest control, fire protection, security, and disaster preparedness; collection storage, handling, exhibition, and treatment; and preservation planning.  The site visit consists of a review of the site, an examination of the collection, and interviews with relevant staff to identify your preservation needs.  The written report provides observations, recommendations, and resources to serve as a guide in the development of a comprehensive preservation plan for your paper-based collection.


COST:
For a greatly reduced rate, you can receive a full day's review of the preservation needs of your institution.  The cost for this overview survey is only $350, which will include travel expenses for the surveyor.  After the visit, you will receive an extensive report that will provide you with a resource to begin long-term preservation planning. 


ELIGIBILITY:
If your institution owns a paper-based humanities collection that is available to the public and has historical and educational significance, you are eligible to apply for participation in CCAHA's subsidized Preservation Overview Survey Program.  Institutions funded by the federal government are not eligible because the program is funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities


DEADLINE:
A limited number of subsidized surveys are available through this grant.  The deadline for application is October 31, 2003.  Additional deadlines may be posted after this date.  

To request an application form or to receive additional information, please contact:

Preservation Services Office
Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts (CCAHA)
264 South 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA  19103
Tel: (215) 545-0613
Fax: (215) 735-9313
Email: CCAHA@xxxxxxxxx
WWW Site: http://www.ccaha.org

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Congress created the National Endowment for the Humanities in 1965 as an independent agency that supports education, research, preservation projects, and public programs in the humanities.  

CCAHA, established in 1977, is a non-profit conservation laboratory serving other non-profit cultural, educational, and research institutions, as well as private individuals and organizations.  CCAHA specializes in the treatment of works of art and historic artifacts on paper.  It also offers on-site consultation services; educational programs and seminars; internships, fellowships, and apprenticeships; and emergency conservation assistance.