Starting An Archives

Description

STARTING AN ARCHIVES is designed for institutional administrators, archivists, and records managers thinking about beginning a historical records program in their organization. The book covers the decision making process which should precede the establishment of an archival program, outlines the first steps necessary in beginning an archival program, and introduces the basic archival functions to readers. These functions include: archival administration, collection development, appraisal, records management, arrangement, description, reference, outreach, and preservation and facilities planning. Acknowledgments 1 Introduction: Three Archival Collections 2 Planning for Your Archival Program 3 Establishing an Archives 4 Administration 5 Collection Development, Appraisal, and the Initial Stages of Archival Control 6 Increasing Control over Archival Records: Arrangement and Description 7 Reference and Access 8 Outreach 9 The Archival Facility and Preservation 10 Bibliographical Essay 11 Archival and Related Associations Appendix A-Model Deed of Gift for Donation of Historical Materials Appendix B-Outline of a Model Procedures Manual Appendix C-Sample User Registration Forms Appendix D-Sample Photoduplication Request Form Appendix E-Sample Photographic Duplication Request Form Appendix F-Sample Loan Agreement Notes Index