Rare Books for Archivists

Certificate Eligibility:

N/A

Credits:

10 ARC, 1.5 CEU

Length:

2 days

Format:

In-Person

Max Attendees:

Tier:

Foundational

ACE Category:

General Archival Knowledge

Description:

What are the basics archivists should know about rare books and why? This two-day workshop will introduce you to the management of rare books; the associated acquisition, identification, preservation, access and de-accession strategies; and the research potential for archivists and researchers.

Presentations by other experts on subjects like strategies of preservation for rare books, and rare book cataloging for archivists complement this unique workshop.

Learning Outcomes:

Examine rare materials hands-on to understand the codex book during the hand-press era and the machine-press era

Inspect various tools of the antiquarian book trade (for acquisition, valuation, and/or deaccessioning)

Compare archival methodologies and rare book methodologies

Assess book collections that come with archival materials

Who Should Attend:

Practicing archivists without formal training in bibliography or special collections librarianship who find themselves involved with rare books—either frequently or infrequently—and who wish to learn more

What You Should Already Know:

Archival or library training and/or related experience. Some basic familiarity with standard security, public services, and digitization practice is expected.

Instructor(s):

Richard Oram

Reviews:

"Having the opportunity to discuss qualities, characteristics, and appropriate descriptions of/terminology for books while examples were in front of us was very useful. The overview of sources for determining rarity/availability and potential cost/value of books was also good. Having experts in conservation and cataloging join the workshop was wonderful and they both did a great job." — Donna McCrea

"The hands-on examination of a wide variety of books was invaluable. Is there any better way to understand and appreciate how a book is made and the changes in book structure than to compare and contrast a wide variety of books made at different times and in different places? Great stuff." — Chris McDonald

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