[Michlib-l] UPCOMING WORKSHOPS: Fading Photos, Basic Archives, and More!

Fri Sep 29 14:06:18 EDT 2017

Upcoming Workshops - October 11, 13, and 18

Fading Photos: How to Identify, Scan, Restore, and Archive Historical
Photographs

October 11 - 1-4 p.m.

Special Off-Site Workshop in Bay City

by Robert Myers, Historical Society of Michigan

 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our
website!

This workshop will assist small museums, historical societies, and
interested collectors in identifying and preserving their historic
photographs. The presenter will review basic conservation techniques,
storage recommendations, digital scanning for access, and how to approach
cataloging issues. There will also be plenty of time for participants to ask
questions and have hands-on experiences.

Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Historical Museum of Bay
County, 321 Washington Ave., Bay City, MI 48708. Remote access will NOT be
available.

 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our
website!

Advanced Archives

October 13 - 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

by Alexandra Orchard, Wayne State University

This workshop is designed for participants who have some experience working
with archival materials and have already gained a basic understanding of
archival principles. Participants will learn advanced skills in handling a
variety of items and making them accessible. The speaker will provide
details on arrangement and description methods of physical collections, from
large to small, while touching on management and the delivery of both
physical and digital materials.

Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Meijer Education Center at
the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, MI, 48911.
Remote access will be available.

 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our
website!

Fading Photos: How to Identify, Scan, Restore, and Archive Historical
Photographs

October 18 - 1-4 p.m.

Special Off-Site Workshop in Caledonia

by Robert Myers, Historical Society of Michigan

 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our
website!

This workshop will assist small museums, historical societies, and
interested collectors in identifying and preserving their historic
photographs. The presenter will review basic conservation techniques,
storage recommendations, digital scanning for access, and how to approach
cataloging issues. There will also be plenty of time for participants to ask
questions and have hands-on experiences.

Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Kent District Library -
Caledonia Township Branch, 6260 92nd St. SE, Caledonia, MI 49316. Remote
access will NOT be available.

 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our
website!

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The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural
organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and
explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses
on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming,
and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote
Michigan's rich history.

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For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit
<http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at
<mailto:hsm at hsmichigan.org> hsm at hsmichigan.org.

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The Historical Society of Michigan

5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911

Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370

Registration Details

New for 2017! Participants can now "attend" remotely, if they prefer. See
our website for full details. (Remote access is not available for off-site
workshops.)

Workshops are held from 9 a.m. to noon (unless noted) at the Meijer
Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr.,
Lansing, Michigan.

If you are a personal member of HSM or represent an organization that itself
is a member of the Society, registration is $39.

Registration for non-members is $79 and includes a one-year HSM Individual
Level 1 membership.

Future History Skills Workshops

 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Visit our website for full
descriptions of each workshop.

Wednesday, October 25

Special Off-Site Workshop in Dundee
Basic Archives

Friday, October 27

Exhibits on a Shoestring

Friday, October 27

Special Off-Site Workshop in Gaylord

Taming the Chaos and Clutter: Collections Management for Small Museums

Wednesday, November 8

Special Off-Site Workshop in Marquette

Taming the Chaos and Clutter: Collections Management for Small Museums

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