Crowdsourcing conservation

Archives and Special Collections is a unique learning resource open to all. We hold the archives of the University of Strathclyde documenting its history from 1796 to the present day, as well as other internationally important collections of archives and books. Our areas of strength are science, particularly early science and alchemy; labour and political history; education; environmental health; investigative journalism; new towns and town planning; Glasgow history; Scottish topography, canals and Scottish tours; and mountaineering, travel and exploration.For more information, please visithttps://www.strath.ac.uk/archives/

Archives and Special Collections, University of Strathclyde

On 19th and 20th February 2018, we are holding a conservation crowdsourcing event here in Archives and Special Collections at the University of Strathclyde. Our aim, over the two days, is to rehouse the Patrick Geddes papers, one of our most important archive collections, in acid-free folders and boxes. Patrick Geddes (1854-1932) was one of the greatest social thinkers of his time. He was a biologist, sociologist and pioneering town planner, with a fascination for the organization of human societies and their spatial manifestation in the city and country. The collection vividly documents the development of all his theories and is of international significance. It comprises correspondence, notes, news cuttings, pamphlets, books, photographs, maps, plans, prints and drawings, including Geddes' famous 'thinking machines'. You can find out more about it <A HREF="http://atom.lib.strath.ac.uk/patrick-geddes-papers" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</A>.
The collection is poorly housed in unsuitable folders and other packaging. As a result, many pages were torn or creased. An extensive programme of conservation to repair the torn pages alongside cleaning to remove surface dirt has just been completed but, to ensure that the collection is properly protected and that no more damage occurs, we need to rehouse it in archival quality acid-free folders. Over the two days, we aim to rehouse the contents of 175 archive boxes.
Each day will begin with a training session in the morning, followed by practical work. In the afternoon, participants will be joined by staff members from Archives and Special Collections who will talk to them about their roles. Complimentary refreshments and catering will be provided throughout the day to encourage networking during break times.
This is a great opportunity to get some hands on experience with archives, and find out what it’s like to work in Archives and Special Collections at the University of Strathclyde.
Places are limited to 13 participants per day.  Sign up for either or both days.
If you have any questions, please email <A HREF="mailto:victoria.peters@strath.ac.uk" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">victoria.peters@strath.ac.uk</A>.
Booking will close on 11 February, to allow us to organise catering. 
 
Timetable 9.30 – 9.45: Welcome
9.45 – 10.00: Introduction to the Geddes collection
10.00 – 10.30: Rehousing training
10.30 – 11.00: Rehousing begins
11.00 – 11.30: Tea break (refreshments provided)
11.30 – 13.00: Rehousing
13.00 – 14.00: Lunch break (lunch provided)
14.00 – 15.30: Rehousing and networking
15.30 – 16.00: Tea break (refreshments provided)
16.00 – 17.00: Rehousing and networking

University of Strathclyde Archives and Special Collections

Our {communityGuidelinesLink} describe the sort of content we prohibit on Eventbrite. If you suspect an event may be in violation, you can report it to us so we can investigate.

To report other categories of prohibited or illegal content, submit {link}

Crowdsourcing conservation

More events from Archives and Special Collections, University of Strathclyde

Discover more events from Archives and Special Collections, University of Strathclyde, from Community to other experiences you might love.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all events in Glasgow and filter by date, category, and more to find the perfect fit.

Crowdsourcing conservation

More events from Archives and Special Collections, University of Strathclyde

Discover more events from Archives and Special Collections, University of Strathclyde, from Community to other experiences you might love.

More Community events

Browse more Community events with different dates, prices, and formats to find your next great experience.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all events in Glasgow and filter by date, category, and more to find the perfect fit.