Archives and special collections
This document discusses specializations within librarianship, specifically focusing on archives and special collections. It defines archives as records relating to individuals, groups, organizations or governments and notes they can include any extensive collection of data. Special collections are specialized materials held by a specific library or department, such as rare books, archives or manuscripts. Those working in archives and special collections generally have graduate degrees in fields like library science or history, along with archival training. Careers include roles like archivist, local history librarian or head of special collections. These professionals work in a variety of institutions, from large libraries to small historical societies, and are responsible for preservation, research assistance and promoting collections.
Archives and special collections
- 1. Specialization of Librarianship Presenter: Colleen E. Smith
- 3. Archives • Includes documents or records relating to the activities of a : • • • • • • Person Family Corporation Association Community Nation • Includes any extensive record or collection of data. 3
- 4. Special Collections • Applies to a specific repository or department of a library • Includes stored materials of a special nature: • Rare books • Archives • Collected Manuscripts 4
- 5. Qualifications • Graduate degrees in: • History • Library Science • Archival coursework and practicum • Useful Specialization: • Public Administration • Political Science • Research Experience 5
- 6. Careers in Special Collections and Archives • Head of Rare Books and Special Collections • Genealogy Librarian • Local History Librarian • Public Historian • Archivist Photo courteous: Bay Point Chamber • Archivist Technician 6
- 7. Work Environment • Includes widely varying institutions: • Large Libraries • Governments • Educational Institutions • Museums and Historical Societies • Businesses • Hospitals • Based in archival repositories where some: • Are large and amply funded • Are small and are grant funded 7
- 8. Responsibilities • Records historical context and artifacts • Few duties include: • • • • Preservation Research assistance Record selection Promotion of collections through: • Exhibitions • Public outreach • Publications 8
- 9. Prepare to Work • Courses: • Evaluation of Information Resources • Library Management • Information Technology • Cultural Perspectives • Archives • Preservation • Internships • • • • • Museums Libraries Government Agencies Hospitals Corporations 9
- 10. Thank You! Are there any questions? 10