Here at the Rosenbach we have PastPerfect and I have cataloged thousands of
objects into it and taught numerous interns to do likewise. If it is
possible to be looking at the object while typing in PP, then there is no
need for worksheets. However if it is impossible to have computers in the
storage areas or to bring the objects to a work area, then worksheets are
helpful to make sure that a standard set of data is collected from each
object. I think 90%+ of our cataloging was done without worksheets--I have
used worksheets only for very large objects, or those that are too fragile
to removed from storage.

Kathy

Katherine Haas
Curatorial Assistant
Rosenbach Museum & Library
2008-2010 DeLancey Place
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Tel: 215-732-1600 X129
Fax: 215-545-7529
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From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf
Of Kristin Mravinec
Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 10:27 AM
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Subject: [MUSEUM-L] Documentation Worksheets

I wanted to ask how many of the listserv members use a Artifact 
Documentation Worksheet. We are beginning a massive cataloguing project 
in two weeks, approximately 17,000 object over the next two years. We 
are trying to decide if we should enter directly into PastPerfect or 
complete a Worksheet and then enter into PastPerfect. We have a 3-person 
staff for this project (1 FT, 2 PT). The person completing the worksheet 
will probably be the one who would enter the information into our database.

Also, would anyone be willing to share their Documentation Worksheets? 
Thank you advance for the advice.

Sincerely,

Kristin Mravinec

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Kristin Mravinec, Curator
Greater Southwest Historical Museum
35 Sunset Drive
Ardmore, OK 73401
Phone: 580.226.3857
Fax: 580.226.3857
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