We are participating in two events for Preservation Week 2021. There is so much happening this year. Make sure you follow #preswk to find other events across the country.
FFV1: The Gains of Lossless (Duke University Libraries)
Monday, April 26, 2021, 2-3 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Registration: https://duke.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0sde2pqDwtE9zuOPITn7TZm2SSpxeNBc-1
One of the greatest challenges to digitizing moving-image sources such as videotape and film reels is the enormous file sizes that result, and the high costs associated with storing and maintaining those files for long-term preservation. To help offset this challenge, Duke University Libraries has recently implemented the FFV1 video codec as its primary format for moving image preservation.
FFV1 enables lossless compression of moving image content, and produces a file that is, on average, 1/3 the size of its uncompressed counterpart. Alex Marsh, Digitization Specialist—Video and Craig Braeden, Audiovisual Archivist will give a brief overview of FFV1, and their experience utilizing it to digitize the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library’s moving-image assets.
Careers in Preservation: A Panel Discussion (University of Illinois)
Thursday, April 29, 1:00-2:00pm Central
Registration: https://illinois.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a1XaZHI1St6E7DKHgQsY0Q
Join five preservation professionals as they discuss their education and career paths. The final half of the session will be reserved for questions from the audience.
Panelists:
- Jacob Nadal, Director for Preservation, Library of Congress
- Miriam Centeno, Preservation and Digitization Strategist, The Ohio State University Libraries
- Henry Hébert, Conservator for Special Collections, Duke University Libraries
- Daniel Johnson, Digital Preservation Librarian, University of Iowa Libraries
- Sarah Mainville, Media Preservation Librarian, Michigan State University Libraries
We will put additional PW events here as we find them.
For this year’s Preservation Week (April 26 – May 1, 2021),
NYU Libraries is delighted to present the following virtual events. All events are free. Hope to see you there!
Investigating Plastics in The Special Collections
Mon, April 26, 2021, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM EDT
Link to Event Page and RSVP herehttps://investigating_pastics.eventbrite.com/
Artist Interviews and Artist Books
Tue, April 27, 2021, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
Link to Event Page and RSVP here
https://artist_interviews_artist_books.eventbrite.com/
A Conservator’s Perspective on Caring For Art Created During Art Therapy
Wed, April 28, 2021, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT
Link to Event Page and RSVP here
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-conservators-perspective-on-caring-for-art-created-during-art-therapy-tickets-151089638175
Beyond the Pale Listening Party and Discussion
Fri, April 30, 2021, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM EDT
Link to Event Page and RSVP here
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-the-pale-listening-party-discussion-tickets-150913148289?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch
University of Illinois:
Preservation Jeopardy
Monday, April 26, 1:00-2:00pm Central
Registration: https://illinois.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckf-2hrj4qE9Vernb6Vs4bEQuEghwQ3Sld
Watch three UIUC library staffers test their knowledge as they answer preservation-related trivia questions. Play along at home and see if you can beat our contestants’ top scores!
Preservation Office Hours
Friday, April 30, 1:00-2:30pm Central
Registration: https://illinois.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrd-6pqzgvG928ZDXolNEwY9VYRei-MsLn
Do you have questions about the best way to store and preserve important documents or treasured family heirlooms? Join us for Preservation Office Hours, where two preservation professionals from the UIUC Library will be on hand to answer questions, offer advice, and share resources to help you keep your items in the best shape possible. Drop in any time during office hours, no need to stay for the whole session.
NYU
FRIDAY / APRIL 23
4:30–6:30 P.M.
Free, though advance registration is required
CAREER LAB (AGES 15–18)
What is the role of a scientist within a Museum? Join this interactive teen event and learn how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics intersect with the arts. Discover new interests, ask questions, and expand your knowledge. A device (computer, phone, or tablet) with an internet connection and a camera for video conferencing is required in order to participate.
Free, though advance registration is required. To reserve a space and receive a link to participate in the live workshop, please register below.
https://metmuseum.wufoo.com/forms/teen-programs-ages-1518/
Library of Congress has several events. Follow this link:
https://www.loc.gov/preservation/outreach/tops/index.html
The Society of American Archivists has several events for PW.
https://www2.archivists.org/groups/preservation-section/preservation-week-2021-twitter-conference
See also their downloadable spreadsheet of events:
https://www2.archivists.org/groups/preservation-section/2021-preservation-week-events
Harvard University
Monday, April 26th, 2021
1:00-2:00 PM
Register Here
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://harvard.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkduGspjkqHNUIn61xzhpU5RSeaLkGaaiQ__;!!OToaGQ!6Wd6HO5INOFi451OdUxbi-gC2Jqe7obv9NXWgqrJySzplnt8B_7CvcZGu627MjJ3$
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
If you would like to request accessibility accommodations, please let us know in advance.
Please join us for a series of short demonstrations to celebrate Preservation Week 2021!
This event will showcase a range of preservation activities with staff from across Harvard Library Preservation Services including:
• Saving Family Treasures: Caring for 20th Century Vernacular Photographs at Home Amanda Maloney
• Paper Repair: Live from Collections Care Nora Dempsey
• Ask an Expert About AV Preservation Elizabeth Walters
• Software Emulation for Long-Term Access to Digital Content Tricia Patterson & Stephen Abrams
• Making Simple Book Support Cradles from Matboard Susi Barbarossa
• Supertape! Making and Using Conservation-grade Mending Tissue Christopher Sokolowski
• Environmental Quick Assessments using Dew Point Calculator Carie McGinnis
• How to Bake a Video Tape Catherine Siller
SAA Twitter Conference
Join us on Wednesday, April 28th, 2021 from 12:00 – 2:30 PM EST for #PresTC21, a Preservation Week Twitter Conference hosted by the Society of American Archivists Preservation Section.
https://twitter.com/SAApreservation/status/1385269667812364289