About this Webinar

No matter the size of the institution or the scope of the collections, cultural heritage organizations are grappling with the reality of stewarding collections that are increasingly digital. Local history is now more likely to be documented on websites than in newsprint. Digitization projects can result in thousands of digital files that require upkeep to ensure they remain safe and accessible into the future. How can your organization develop a manageable plan for preserving and providing access to your community’s digital heritage?

The terms “digital preservation” and “web archiving” are understandably scary! These sounds like tasks that require big budgets and technical expertise. But this workshop aims to demystify the digital, giving you simple strategies that will help you tackle these challenges. You’ll also learn about Community Webs, a free program from the Internet Archive that provides support to cultural heritage organizations focused on documenting, preserving, and sharing local history online.

Details

DATE: October 16, 2024

TIME: 3:00 - 4:15 pm EASTERN (Remember to adjust for your time zone)

COST: FREE for all courtesy of the Community Webs program

ACCESS: You will be provided with instructions on how to access the live event upon registration.

Recording and Captioning

We will record this event. Captioning is provided for the live event.

Learning Outcomes

During this webinar, participants will:

• Become familiar with basic digital preservation standards
• Walk through easy strategies for managing their digital assets to ensure long-term access and preservation
• Learn about the basics of preserving websites
• Discover additional opportunities for support available to cultural heritage organizations through the Internet Archive

Connecting the Content

This webinar will especially help organizations enrolled in STEPS address multiple standards under the Stewardship of Collections section of the STEPS programs.

How to Register

Click here for instructions on how to register yourself or another user for this event. 

How to Register for this Event

Cancellation/Refunds for onsite workshops must be submitted in writing via email to learn@aaslh.org or mail to 2021 21st Ave S., Suite 320 Nashville, TN 37212. Cancellations made prior to the early-bird registration deadline date will receive a full refund. Cancellations made between the early-bird deadline date and eight days prior to the workshop will be subject to a $55 processing/materials charge. No refunds will be given within seven days of the workshop date. AASLH is not responsible for cancellations that were mailed or emailed but never received.

Cancellations/Refunds for online professional development (webinars and online courses) must be submitted in writing via email to learn@aaslh.org or mail to 2021 21st Ave S., Suite 320 Nashville, TN 37212. Cancellations made prior to the start date for the online course or the day of the webinar will be given a full refund. No refund will be given after the start date for the online course or on/after the day of the webinar. Registrants may transfer their registration to another person. Registrations cannot be transferred between courses or course sessions. AASLH is not responsible for cancellations that were mailed or emailed but never received.

If you have any questions, please contact AASLH Professional Development staff at learn@aaslh.org or 615-320-3203.