Steven,
 
There is, in fact, a list for moving image archives, the AMIA-L list
(Assoc of Moving Image Archivists) -- [log in to unmask] If you wish to
subscribe, send the usual sub msg to [log in to unmask] Otherwise, for
additional information on services that AMIA provides (newsletters, fact
sheets, bibliographies, information on specific problems, issues, etc.)
you should contact Chris Reiner at the following address:
 
Chris Reiner
Assn of Moving Image Archivists
The American Film Institute
2021 N. Western Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
213.856.7636
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Hope this helps.
 
 
Henry Mattoon
National Moving Image Database
National Center for Film & Video Preservation
The American Film Institute
Los Angeles, CA
213.856.7702
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On Mon, 28 Nov 1994, Steven Teeter wrote:
 
> I hope this is the best place to post this question.  If there is a
> mailing list or a newsgroup more tightly focussed on conservation and
> conservators, I would appreciate it if someone could steer me to it.
>
> I am in need of the services of a conservator knowledgeable about 16mm
> motion picture film, either in the New Orleans area or willing to travel
> here.  I am concerned with a collection of films owned by the Louisiana
> State Museum, both black & white and color, silent and sound in various
> formats, dating in some cases as far back as the 1950's.  Even a cursory
> examination has shown that their condition varies widely, from excellent
> to in serious need of rescue.
>
> At the moment I am trying to assess the situation, and would find expert
> help invaluable, especially since I will soon be required to formulate a
> policy on whether and in what manner the films might be made available to
> outside researchers and filmmakers.  Therefore I would deeply appreciate
> any referrals or recommendations anyone can give me.  Even a few questions
> handled over the phone could be helpful to me in my report to my director
> about what is even possible in the case of damaged films.
>
> Many thanks in advance...
>
> Steve Teeter
> Asst. Curator of Jazz
> Louisiana State Museum
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