Gaylord Archival

01/27/2026

Scanning photographs and documents is an important part of any preservation journey.

From choosing the right resolution to picking the best file format, this guide walks you through every step—planning, previewing, scanning, and saving—with practical tips for better results every time.

GET SCANNIN':

Learn the essentials of scanning documents and photos, from choosing the right settings to organizing and saving your digital copies effectively.

01/23/2026

📣 IT'S OUR FIRST FREE WORKSHOP OF 2026! 📣

Learn how to BUILD YOUR OWN SLANT BOARD MOUNT with Museum Collections Specialist, Amy Cao!

💻 REGISTER NOW: https://hubs.la/Q03_ZSTL0

You'll learn:
👉 Step-by-step instructions for making a foldable, reusable basic slant mount
👉 How to make mount customizations for whatever you're displaying
👉 Sustainable construction using scraps or alternate materials

🤔 Wondering what you might need?
We've put together a list of supplies you'll need for this workshop. Get 25% off your purchase of workshop supplies with code MOUNTWS26!

🛒SHOP FOR SUPPLIES: https://hubs.la/Q03_ZV770

01/20/2026

Prevent tpyos in 2026!

Download our Multi-Round Proofreading Checklist for Museum Copy to confidently finalize your exhibit text!

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Ensure your museum exhibits are error-free and professional with our comprehensive Museum Proofreading Checklist. Download the free PDF to enhance visitor engagement and accessibility.

01/19/2026

Our offices will be closed today January 19th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. and will reopen on Tuesday, January 20th.

01/01/2026

🥂 Cheers to 2026!

The Ga***rd team is taking the day off to ring in the new year. We’ll be back tomorrow, ready to help you start the year strong!

12/29/2025

🕯️ Tis the season to stock up! Save 20% on your year-end preservation essentials through 12/31.

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12/24/2025

❄️ Happy Holidays from all of us! 🦌

We’ll be taking a short break to celebrate the season—our offices will be closed on December 24th & 25th. Wishing you a wonderful holiday filled with joy! 🎄

12/22/2025

Ditch those old slide carousels!

Share and safeguard your family memories with simple, step-by-step tips for organizing, digitizing and safely storing 35mm slides.

From handling and viewing to choosing archival-safe storage based on your collection size and how often you access it, this guide covers everything you need to know.

Explore the full resource and start preserving your story today:

For many people, their childhood memories are documented with photographic slides. While the medium may be obsolete, the memories contained within deserve to be shared and preserved for future generations.​​​

12/19/2025

Press pause on AV panic. 🎞️

If you’ve got tapes, CDs or DVDs quietly aging on the shelf, cultural heritage pro Rebecca Elder breaks down what’s happening to your AV, how to slow the damage and when to reformat—available to watch anytime: https://hubs.la/Q03Wxzm_0.

Learn how to preserve AV materials with expert Rebecca Elder in the AV Preservation 101 webinar. Topics include media care, storage, and handling tips. Watch the recording now.

12/15/2025

Every visitor deserves a museum experience that feels welcoming and empowering. 💙

Discover how quiet and sensory spaces can support neurodivergent visitors in our latest webinar clip featuring Dave Turnbull and Beth Varner from Square Holes Neurodiversity Consulting.

Watch the full "Foundations of Access: Neurodiversity in Museums & Cultural Spaces" webinar here: https://hubs.la/Q03XwpMg0

12/11/2025

🕰️ Missed it live? Watch it anytime!

Watch expert-led webinars—free and on demand!
From book and photo care to exhibit design and accessibility, the learning never stops.

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Explore on-demand webinars led by industry experts covering preservation techniques, exhibition planning, and more. Enhance your knowledge and skills in cultural heritage preservation today.