Answers from an Archivist

Practical tips on care, organizing and managing your collections and property

Shelley Diamond

Sep 10, 20212 min read

Salvaging Water-Damaged Family Heirlooms

The damage and loss of cherished family memorabilia and heirlooms is one of the cruelest aspects of unforeseen flooding.

Shelley Diamond

Jul 13, 20212 min read

Moth Infestation Tips! Part 2

Still battling clothes moths at home? Here's a product that actually works.

Shelley Diamond

Aug 23, 20204 min read

Photographer Tip: Reconsidering Safe Deposit for Storage

Safe deposit boxes are a great option for storing documents, but may not be the best location for artists to store their work.

Shelley Diamond

Jul 16, 20204 min read

Collector Tip: Storing Photographs

Boxes plays a central role in preserving your important photographic prints.

Shelley Diamond

Jul 3, 20203 min read

Collector Tip: Beware of Wood

Wood may be beautiful, but it's not a good material for safely storing or displaying your valued collections.

Shelley Diamond

Jun 26, 20204 min read

Essentials of Safe Storage

Any property that has value to you – art, antiques, or your grandmother’s wedding dress - will last longer when properly stored.

Shelley Diamond

Apr 30, 20204 min read

Controlling Light Damage

Light is one of the most common and damaging threats to objects and works of art in your home.

Shelley Diamond

Apr 23, 20204 min read

Moth Infestation! Everything You Need to Know

If unattended, clothes moths can wreak tremendous damage to clothing and textiles, and they're a challenge to eradicate.