Utah collections preservation network [building upon the utah collections preservation (UCP) program, piloted with support from NEH in 2021-2023, the proposed utah collections preservation network…

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) awarded a $350,000 Project Grant under the Promotion of the Humanities Division of Preservation and Access program (CFDA 45.149) to the Utah Division of Arts and Museums. The grant will fund the Utah Collections Preservation Network (UCPN) project, which aims to expand access to comprehensive virtual and on-site, culturally appropriate training and mentorship activities. These activities are designed to enhance the preservation literacy (knowledge and skills) of underserved collections stewards across Utah through an estimated 1,500 engagements. The project will be facilitated by the Preservation Outreach Coordinator and other Utah Field Services staff, addressing the need to further develop and strengthen relationships between underserved collections stewards, including rural organizations, and holders of community collections. The project will run from March 1, 2024 to February 28, 2027.

Utah collections preservation network [building upon the utah collections preservation (UCP) program, piloted with support from NEH in 2021-2023, the proposed utah collections preservation network (ucpn) project will expand access to a comprehensive suite of virtual and on-site, culturally appropriate training and mentorship activities, designed to enhance the preservation literacy (knowledge and skills) of underserved collections stewards across utah through an estimated 1,500 engagements. Facilitated by the preservation outreach coordinator and other utah field services (UFS) staff, this project will address the need to further develop and strengthen relationships between underserved collections stewards across the region, including rural organizations, and holders of community collections. Utah field services aims to elevate and empower the diversity of practices and perspectives surrounding utah?s world renowned cultural heritage and pedagogical landscape.]