Archive | September, 2017

Conserve O Grams

Conserve O Grams Source: National Park Service (NPS) They are short, focused leaflets about caring for museum objects, published in loose-leaf format.New topics are added as needed and out-of-date issues are revised or deleted. Semiannual supplements will be issued for an indeterminate period. (Many individual Conserv O Grams are included in our resources.)

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Tax Incentives for Preserving Historic Properties

Tax Incentives for Preserving Historic Properties Source: National Park Service The Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives program encourages private sector investment in the rehabilitation and re-use of historic buildings. It creates jobs and is one of the nation’s most successful and cost-effective community revitalization programs. It has leveraged over $84 billion in private investment to […]

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Preservation Briefs

Preservation Briefs Source: National Park Service (NPS) Preservation Briefs provide guidance on preserving, rehabilitating, and restoring historic buildings. They provide in-depth information about various aspects of historic preservation. Many provide guidance on the appropriate treatment of traditional building materials such as slate roofing, plaster, and masonry. Others address architectural features including storefronts and porches, or […]

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Heritage Emergency Programs

Heritage Emergency Programs Source: American Institute for Conservation (AIC) Collecting institutions have special considerations when it comes to dealing with emergencies and disasters. The impact of such a scenario has potential to severely damage and destroy unique items within a collection. Stewards of collections should learn how to effectively manage emergencies and disasters. Explore the […]

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