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Learn how to read clues in unidentified photographs and about how to preserve treasured images in this two-part program.
Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.643.9030.
Identifying Your Family Photographs: A picture may be worth a thousand words, but unlocking the stories of unidentified photographs requires some sleuthing. Learn to read clues, such as the type of photograph, clothing and hairstyles, and even whether or not subjects are smiling, to reveal the stories behind every photograph. Also learn how databases and local history resources can be used to identify your family photographs.
Preserving Your Family Photographs: Are you interested in preserving your family photographs? Photographs capture treasured memories and help us remember our past. Caring for our photographs ensures they can be shared with future generations. This presentation offers basic guidance on the care and preservation of family photographs, negatives, and scrapbooks, including the causes of deterioration and damage, storage enclosures, and proper handling techniques.
For more information about this program, please contact the Special Collections Division at 330.643.9030 or email speccollections@akronlibrary.org.
Special Collections has a selection of books about photograph identification and preservation, including:
"Declutter Your Photo Life: Curating, Preserving, Organizing and Sharing Your Photos" by Adam Pratt
"Preserving Your Family Photographs" by Maureen A. Taylor
"Photo Organizing Made Easy" by Cathi Nelson
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Main Library, located in the heart of downtown Akron, combines compelling public space with meaningful and relevant public library services for all members of our community. Since opening in 2004, the downtown library welcomes more than one million visitors each year.
Subject divisions include: Business, Government & Science, Culture & AV, Magazines & Newspapers, Special Collections (local history & genealogy), TechZone@Main, Teen, and a 12,000 square feet Children's Library.
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