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The New York State Conservation/Preservation discretionary grant program was authorized under Education Law, Section 273.7(d) in 1984 and expanded in 1986 and 1990. Its purpose is to encourage the proper care and accessibility of research materials in the State, to promote the use and development of guidelines and standards for conservation/preservation work, and to support the growth of local and cooperative preservation programs.
This program provides funding for libraries and other organizations engaged in efforts to preserve deteriorating library research material. There are two parts to the Conservation/Preservation Program:
This program provides funding for libraries and other organizations engaged in efforts to preserve deteriorating library research material. Find application instructions, applicant resources, and more.
Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York (DHPSNY) is a statewide program of the New York State Archives and New York State Library established to provide free planning and education services to support the vast network of collecting institutions such as archives, libraries, historical societies, museums, and other institutions that safeguard and ensure access to New York's historical records and unique library research materials.
Additional links to conservation/preservation resources and funding organizations.