We use a file folder system. We have a file for each accession record that includes a print out of the accession record from PastPerfect, copies of our purchasing paperwork (requisition, check, etc.) and any miscellaneous paperwork that comes associated with an item. The files are then stored in a schwab fireproof cabinet.

Amanda Triepke

From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Mark Walker
Sent: Saturday, May 16, 2009 11:53 AM
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Subject: [MUSEUM-L] Written Museum records

I was wondering what folks are using as their primary medium for written catalogue information and why. The options that I can think of are:

Bound notebooks

Catalogue Cards

Loose leaf-binders

I am contemplating changing our present system, but I was hoping for some feedback before rushing madly into what would be a huge project.

Many thanks for any feed back

Mark

Mark Walker

Curator

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History

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Pacific Grove, CA 93950

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