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Archives Week
While most Archives Week activities occur in October, there is no fixed, nationally recognized date for the events. Instead, each association or state selects its own dates, often timing them to coincide with other events of local signficance such as statehood days. This year, some celebrations began in late September while others won't occur until mid-November. Utah is unique in designating the entire month of October as Archives Month.
The Council of State Historical Records Coordinators (COSHRC) actively encourages participation in Archives Week by repositories and organizations nationwide. We are pleased to support these efforts by providing access to a variety of Archives Week resources through our website. We believe that Archives Week provides an excellent opportunity for educating the public and resource providers about what archivists do and why it is important.
The number of archival associations and repositories sponsoring Archives Week activities each fall continues to grow. In 2003, Archves Week events were held in some 32 states, up from 23 in 2002. We hope to see that number increase again in 2004. Over the next year, COSHRC will be working with the State Coordinators and SHRABs to encourage all states to participate in Archives Week programs during 2005.
Directory of 2004 Archives Week Activities. Archivists across the United States offer a wide variety of events -- information fairs, exhibits, lectures, open houses, tours, and more -- to reach out to the public and raise awareness about the important work done by archives and archivists everywhere.
What is Archives Week? Background and history.
Poster Gallery. A number of states issue special posters to celebrate Archives Week and promote public awareness of the events.
Planning/Action guides are available from the following states:
Georgia | New York | Tennessee | Wisconsin
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