CCAHA'S SUBSIDIZED PRESERVATION OVERVIEW SURVEY PROGRAM

An invaluable resource for:
- Writing a Preservation Plan
- Developing a Preservation Program
- Prioritizing Preservation Activities for your Collections
- Applying for Grant Funding


CCAHA's Preservation Overview Survey Program for paper-based
collections continues through April 2000.  This program is funded
by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH).


COST:
For a greatly reduced rate, you can receive a full day's review of
the preservation efforts of your institution. The cost for this
overview survey is $350, plus travel expenses for the surveyor.
After the visit, you will receive an extensive report that will
assist you in setting your preservation priorities.


ELIGIBILITY:
If your institution owns a paper-based humanities collection
available to the public, you are eligible to be considered for
participation in CCAHA's Subsidized Survey Program.


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.


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

Virgilia Rawnsley, Director of Preservation Services
Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts (CCAHA)
264 South 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA  19103
Tel: (215) 545-0613
Fax: (215) 735-9313
Email: [log in to unmask]
WWW Site: http://www.ccaha.org


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; and
internships, fellowships, apprenticeships and emergency
conservation assistance.


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