As most of you know, the RootsTech Conference (the largest genealogy conference in the world) has been transformed into a FREE virtual world-wide event for 2021 – Called RootsTech Connect! KHS is well represented by staff, Cheri Daniels and Julie Kemper! Collectively, they have 4 sessions at this world-wide genealogy …
The key to good collection management is planning and perseverance. A thoughtfully considered plan of action may save dollars as well as your collection. First decide what is most important to preserve, then stabilize the storage environment. Use archival quality materials for storage and display, make copies for backup and …
By: Jennifer Howard, KHS Librarian Q: Dear Kentucky Historical Society, With the Christmas season upon us, I find myself concerned, once again, about the heirloom recipes in my family’s collection. We cook from them every year, and each year they become more brittle. I don’t want to lose the originals, …
Editor’s Note: This article marks the beginning of another new series in our How-to section, called Pickling Our Past. This is your chance to ask our KHS staff for advice when preserving your family photos, documents, and antiques. Periodically, a new question from readers will be answered by a member …
For July’s Second Saturday, attendees were treated to a tag team presentation by a couple of great local experts. Bill Marshall, Author and Retired Director of Special Collections at the University of Kentucky, joined Jen Duplaga, our KHS Archivist, Special Collections & Digital Programs Administrator, for a two hour exploration …