Delaware Division of Libraries

The Delaware Division of Libraries, in partnership with the Delaware Public Archives, Delaware Division of Historic and Cultural Affairs, Delaware Museum Association, and University of Delaware Museum Studies Programs, will implement the key findings of its statewide planning process and strengthen existing preservation infrastructure through training and self-study. Topics include how to conduct a self-survey that will allow simultaneous inventory and prioritization for preservation planning purposes; collection management policy development; archival basics; inventory control; environmental management; disaster mitigation; preservation reformatting; and fire protection and suppression. Model mission statements, disaster preparedness and recovery plans, environmental control policies, security plans, and exhibit policies will be identified and selected by the project partners to assist organizations around the state to develop their own set of preservation policies.