Directory of Archival Consultants

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This easy-to-use Directory of Archival Consultants contains information about experts across the country who provide professional consulting services on various aspects of archives and archiving. All listings in this directory are paid listings. Information provided by consultants is not independently checked or verified.

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Expertise: Archival program evaluation; Archival standards; Disaster preparedness; Exhibit planning and implementation; Outreach and public programs; Preservation; Strategic planning; Other
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Contact Name: Lynsey Crantz-Allie
Location(s):
Blue Ridge, VA
Expertise: Archival appraisal; Archival program evaluation; Archival standards
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Contact Name: April K. Anderson-Zorn
Location(s):
Bloomington, IL

Whether you are hoping to organize your family papers, bring order to scattered organizational records, or preserve the legacy of an individual or organization, I bring a broad base of experience to help you achieve your project's goals.

As of 2023, I am only able to accomodate new projects within the Washington DC metropolitan region. 

Expertise: Collection Guides; Electronic records; Archival program evaluation; Archival standards; Arrangement and description; Reference services; Strategic planning
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Contact Name: Lori Eaton, CA, MLIS
Location(s):
Fairfax, VA

Hunter Information Management Services, Inc., specializes in all aspects of archives and records management. Its president, Dr. Gregory S. Hunter, is both a Certified Records Manager and a Certified Archivist. In August 2004 he was elected a Fellow of the Society of American Archivists and two of his books have received awards from SAA. Since January, 1990 Dr. Hunter has been a Professor in the Palmer School of Library and Information Science at Long Island University, directing graduate-level certificate programs in archives and records management. Dr. Hunter previously served as Manager of Corporate Records for ITT Corporation and Director of Archival Programs for the United Negro...

Expertise: Archival program evaluation; Digitization / digital program development; Electronic records management
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Contact Name: Gregory S. Hunter, Ph.D., CA, CRM
Location(s):
Mineola, NY

Do you want to create an archive or update your current repository? Are you transferring your existing archive to another physical location? I can simplify any of these processes for you....

Expertise: Archival program evaluation; Religious archives consolidation; Preservation
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Contact Name: Junia Papas, MARA, CA
Location(s):
Grosse Pointe Park, MI

I provide history’s keepers the tools to understand, manage, and preserve their archival collections, enabling them to share those collections with the world while safeguarding them for the future.

Some of the ways I can assist your organization include collection assessments for preservation and access planning; program and policy creation for emerging archives; custom workflows and manuals tailored to your organization; and hands-on training in archives management and care.

Expertise: Collection Assessment; Collection Guides; Metadata Improvement; Needs Assessments; Minimal Processing Techniques; Preservation Assessments; Archival program evaluation; Archival standards; Preservation policy and procedures development; Site assessments; Policy development
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Contact Name: Kathryn Kramer
Location(s):
Allegany, NY

Margot Note Consulting LLC offers information strategy and archives and records management services.

You are unique and your information problems merit distinct interventions. Together, we focus on your needs and explore ways to achieve your goals, tailored to you. Throughout our project, you’ll work directly...

Expertise: Archival appraisal; Archival program evaluation; Archival standards; Arrangement and description; Budgeting and financial planning; Digitization / digital program development; Electronic records management; Finding aids; Fundraising and grant writing; Management and administration; Policy development; Records management; Records survey planning and implementation; Strategic planning
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Contact Name: Margot Note, CA, CRM, IGP, PMP
Location(s):
New York, NY

Are you planning new services, facilities, or programs for your archives? Interested in developing new vision and mission statements, strategic plans, and connecting important ongoing staff activities? Considering new ways to collaborate with partners? Evaluating your approach to teaching with primary sources? Looking for ways to engage students in learning at a deeper level with your resources? We'll be happy to help!

Expertise: Collaboration; Archival program evaluation; Digitization / digital program development; Facilities planning and development; Oral history planning and implementation; Outreach and public programs; Staff training and recruitment; Staffing and implementation; Strategic planning
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Contact Name: Marilyn McKinley Parrish
Location(s):
East Petersburg, PA

Rachael Cristine Woody is the owner of Relicura LLC, a firm that provides services to archives, museums, and cultural heritage organizations. She specializes in establishing collection programs, assessment and planning for historical collections, teaching grant acquisition strategy, and vetting and implementing Collection Management Systems (CMS). Previously she revived the archives at the Freer|Sackler Museum of the Smithsonian...

Expertise: Archival program evaluation; Archival standards; Arrangement and description; Digital Asset Management; Cataloging; Digitization / digital program development; Project Management; Selecting and Implementing Collections Management Systems; Facilities planning and development; Fundraising and grant writing; Management and administration; Oral history planning and implementation; Outreach and public programs; Policy development; Preservation; Software applications; Staff training and recruitment
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Contact Name: Rachael Woody
Location(s):
Portland, OR

Shelley Diamond Archival Solutions LLC specializes in archival and collection management services for artists, private collectors and estates in New York City, and home inventory services for NYC homeowners and renters. We help private individuals ensure the long-term preservation of their collections, protect their private property assets, and identify and manage risk.

Our services help working artists organize their art, studio and business records, and aid families and executors overseeing the stewardship and legacy of an artist’s estate.  Our collection management services guide collectors in the care, storage, organization, documentation, safe display and long-term...

Expertise: Artist Archives; Artist Estates; Archival program evaluation; Arrangement and description; Cataloging; Inventories; Facilities planning and development; Site assessments; Finding aids; Storage and housing; Management and administration; Preservation; Records survey planning and implementation; Strategic planning
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Contact Name: Shelley Diamond
Location(s):
Brooklyn, NY