In the past decade, the Smithsonian Institution has made significant progress in developing a holistic preservation plan for the increased preservation of and access to audio, video, and film collections.
Spearheaded by the Smithsonian Libraries and Archives (SLA), the Audiovisual Media Preservation Initiative (AVMPI) seeks to broaden the understanding of the Smithsonian’s audiovisual collections, to provide support for the preservation and digital transfer of analog assets, and to better understand and celebrate this vast body of content with a diverse global audience.
In this session, Alison Reppert Gerber, SLA’s Head of Preservation Programs, will discuss the major strategies employed in planning and executing a pan-Institutional program at the world’s largest museum and research complex, including strategic planning, workflow development, and long-term goals.
