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# Document Preservation 101 Webinar Recording
In this recorded webinar, **Document Preservation 101**, cultural heritage preservation consultant Rebecca Elder shares practical guidance for caring for paper-based collections. From understanding common causes of deterioration to selecting appropriate storage materials and using safe handling techniques, this session provides an accessible foundation for anyone working to preserve documents for the future.
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## Watch Key Preservation Tips
## In This Webinar You'll Learn:
- The common causes of paper deterioration
- How to select appropriate archival storage materials
- Practical techniques for storing, handling and digitizing documents
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## Rebecca's Recommended Resources
- [NEDCC Preservation Leaflets](https://www.nedcc.org/free-resources/preservation-leaflets/overview)
- Well-regarded brief readings on a wide range of preservation topics created by a large regional conservation center.
- [NPS Conserve-o-Grams](https://www.nps.gov/subjects/museums/conserve-o-grams.htm)
- Short leaflets on the care of museum objects, including many specific topics.
- [NPS Museum Handbook](https://www.nps.gov/subjects/museums/museumhandbook.htm)
- Reference guide for the care of museum collections. Some administrative topics are specific to the National Park Service, but the general preservation sections are relevant.
- [Connecting to Collections Care](http://www.connectingtocollections.org)
- Free monthly webinars and a moderated collections care discussion forum.
- [OCAHA Guides and Fact Sheets](https://ccaha.org/resources)
- Wide-ranging list of collections care guides created by a large regional conservation center.
- [AIC Caring for Your Belongings](https://www.culturalheritage.org/resources/public/caring)
- Brief readings on caring for family treasures created by the professional association for conservators.
- [Smithsonian NMAAHC Tips for Preserving Your Family Treasures](https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/tips-preserving-your-family-treasures)
- Easy tips for caring for family treasures created by professionals at the Smithsonian.
- [STASH-C](http://www.stashc.com)
- The definitive website on storage techniques for all types of cultural heritage collections.
- [MuseumPests.net](https://museumpests.net)
- The definitive website on pest monitoring, identification and integrated pest management techniques.
- [Candid's Funding Information Network](https://candid.org/find-us)
- Provides free local access to the Foundation Directory Online to help non-profits and individuals identify potential funders.
## Rebecca Elder
### Owner of [Elder Preservation](http://www.elderpreservation.com/)
#### Cultural Heritage Professional
Rebecca Elder is a cultural heritage preservation consultant with extensive experience in helping clients preserve their history collections. She offers tailored preservation plans for various institutions and is known for her warm and supportive professional style.
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